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Definition a certain in British English

a certain phrase

phrase
1

some, but not very much

Example

Did she detect a certain smugness in his tone?

Example

A certain amount of fat in your diet is good for you.

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a a certain an
2

used for talking about someone when you know their name but nothing else about them

Example

The owner of the house, a certain Mr Brady, was reportedly living abroad.

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a a certain an
Definition a certain in British English