always

English

/ˈɔː(l).weɪz/, /ˈɔl.weɪz/

adv
Definitions
  • At all times; throughout all time; since the beginning.
  • Constantly during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals (opposed to sometimes or occasionally).
  • (informal) in any In any event.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English alwayes, allwaye derived from Old English ealneġ suffix from English alway.

Origin

English

alway

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