Meaning & use
as
Used to show that two things happen at the same time, or to give a reason for something.
See it in a sentence
As the sun set, the fishermen began pulling in their nets.
As she was already familiar with the software, the training took only an hour.
A note on using this word
As can also function as a preposition meaning 'in the role of', as in 'she works as a nurse'; the correct meaning usually depends on the words that follow it.
Words with a similar meaning
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Another way to use it
2. preposition
In the role, function, or form of something specified.
The old barn is now used as a wedding venue.
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