| part of speech: |
preposition |
| definition 1: |
used to show distance or separation from.
I was within a foot of the door when the phone stopped ringing.They were cheated of their money. |
| definition 2: |
used to indicate the home or origin of something or someone.
The people of the Netherlands speak a language called Dutch.The plants of the desert have adapted to their dry climate. |
| definition 3: |
used to indicate cause or explanation.
He died of heart failure. |
| definition 4: |
made from.
I wear clothes of a light material when the weather is hot. |
| definition 5: |
containing.
The dog knocked over the pail of water. |
| definition 6: |
having as an important quality.
Our mayor is a man of honor. |
| definition 7: |
connected with.
The sleeves of the jacket are a little long. |
| definition 8: |
belonging to.
After school I sometimes visit the home of my friend. |
| definition 9: |
relating to; about.
We had a discussion of our vacation plans. |
| definition 10: |
named as.
The city of Chicago is in the state of Illinois. |