between

//bɪˈtwiːn//
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Preposition

1

In or through the space that separates two things, places, or people.

The cat sat between the two chairs.

2

In the time that separates two events or points in time.

I'll call you between 2 and 3 o'clock.

3

Indicating a connection or relationship involving two or more people or things.

There is a strong bond between the two friends.

4

Shared by or involving two or more people or things.

We shared the pizza between the three of us.

5

In the range or interval separating two amounts, values, or limits.

The temperature will be between 20 and 25 degrees today.

Adverb

1

In or through the intervening space or time; in the middle.

The two houses are close together with a small garden between.