Meaning of the word "more or less" in English
What does "more or less" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
more or less
US /mɔːr ɔːr lɛs/
UK /mɔːr ɔːr lɛs/
Phrase
1.
approximately; almost
Example:
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The project is more or less finished.
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It took more or less an hour to get there.
2.
to a certain extent; somewhat
Example:
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I agree with you, more or less.
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The new system is more or less the same as the old one.