Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in of the order of something
phrase
ɪn ʌv ði ˈɔrdər ʌv ˈsʌmθɪŋ
Definition
A phrase used to express an approximation or a rough estimate relative to a measurement or quantity.
Examples
- The project will cost in the order of $10,000.
- There were in the order of 500 attendees at the conference.
- Expect delays in the order of two to three hours.
Meaning
This expression indicates that something is approximately or roughly at a certain level or size, often used when precision is not necessary.
Synonyms
- about
- approximately
- roughly
- in the region of
