Meaning & use

sundry

adjective·Advanced

Of various kinds; miscellaneous or assorted, not falling into one category.

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The drawer was full of sundry items like rubber bands, keys, and old receipts.

They discussed sundry topics, from the weather to next year's budget.

A note on using this word

Sundry is somewhat old-fashioned and formal; the phrase 'all and sundry' means everyone, without exception.

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