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if
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Meanings
conjunction
  • (introducing a conditional clause) on the condition or supposition that; in the event that.
    E.g. if you have a complaint, write to the director
  • despite the possibility that; no matter whether.
    E.g. if it takes me seven years, I shall do it
  • (often used in indirect questions) whether.
    E.g. he asked if we would like some coffee
  • expressing a polite request.
    E.g. if I could just use the phone, I'll get a taxi
  • expressing an opinion.
    E.g. that's a jolly long walk, if you don't mind my saying so
  • expressing surprise or regret.
    E.g. well, if it isn't Frank!
  • (with implied reservation) and perhaps not.
    E.g. the new leaders have little if any control
noun
  • a condition or supposition.
    E.g. there are so many ifs and buts in the policy
IF
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Meanings
abbreviation
  • intermediate frequency.
once
wʌns Listen
Meanings
adverb
  • on one occasion or for one time only.
    E.g. they deliver once a week

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