Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

in ordinary

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.42 in modern English

Syllables
in- or-di-nary
IPA
14
Scrabble Score
10
Letters
4
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

In an official capacity (chiefly as a post-modifier in official titles).

prep_phrase

Out of commission and laid up; said of a naval vessel.

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What does in ordinary mean?
In an official capacity (chiefly as a post-modifier in official titles).

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