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Understanding the Meaning and Usage of Etc

Definition and Origins of “Etc” The term “etc” is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase “et cetera,” which translates to “and the rest” or “and so on.” It is commonly used in English to indicate that a list is not exhaustive and that there are other items that could be included. The origins of “et cetera” can be traced back…