about
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
On all sides, or in every or any direction from a point; around.
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Here and there; around; in one place and another; up and down.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
From one place or position to another in succession; indicating repeated movement or activity.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “about” mean?
On all sides, or in every or any direction from a point; around.
Is “about” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.