Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by
Preposition
/baɪ/
Definition
A preposition used to indicate the means or agency of an action, or the proximity in space or time.
Examples
- She travels by train every day.
- The book was written by her favorite author.
- He stood by the window and watched the rain.
Meaning
The term ‘by’ signifies something that is done through a certain method or by a particular person, or it can refer to being close to something.
Synonyms
- through
- with
- near
- beside
