phrase
Meaning 1
Having the same.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
Examples
- The two main players were roughly of an age.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
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phrase
Meaning 2
Indicates a more or less habitual activity during the given part of the day.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated, idiomatic
Examples
- Of an evening, I like to play chess. i.e., On some evenings, I like to play chess.
- Of a morning, they would work in their garden. i.e., They generally worked in their garden in the morning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
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