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Definition e.g. in American English

e.g. abbreviation

abbreviation
/ˌi ˈdʒi/

From the Latin expression exempli gratia, which means “for the sake of example.”

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for example: used for giving an example of what you mean

Example

Give details of work experience, e.g. weekend or vacation jobs.

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Definition e.g. in American English