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Definition inner in British English

inner adjective

adjective
/ˈɪnə(r)/
1

inside or further towards the centre of something

Example

He reached into the inner pocket of his jacket.

Example

Cut off the stalks and all but the most tender inner leaves.

Example

the inner ear

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2

close to the people with the most power or authority

Example

The inner Cabinet rejected the proposal.

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3

close to the centre of a city

Example

inner London

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Example

Read closely and you will discover an inner meaning to his words.

Example

inner feelings

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Definition inner in British English