Among Meaning

UK /əˈmʌŋ/
US /əˈmʌŋ/
Word Definition
among meaning

Among Definition & Usage

preposition

Used to indicate a position or relationship within a group or between several entities.

Examples

  • "She was sitting among her friends at the table."
  • "The treasure was hidden among the trees."
  • "There was a sense of unity among the team members."
  • "Among the many candidates, he was the most qualified."
  • "The house is located among several large oak trees."
preposition

Used to suggest distribution or sharing among people or things.

Examples

  • "They divided the cake among the children."
  • "The work was shared among the team members."
  • "The profit was distributed equally among the investors."
  • "She spread the knowledge among the villagers."
  • "The burden fell among the few who could handle it."

Cultural Context

The word 'among' has its roots in Old English, originally used to denote being in the midst of a group or collective entity. It shares similarities with 'between' but is used when referring to a group of three or more entities, while 'between' is often used for two entities.

The Hidden Garden

Story

The Hidden Garden

It was a warm spring afternoon, and Emma wandered through the dense forest, a feeling of calmness washing over her as the sunlight filtered through the branches. She had always enjoyed being among the trees; there was something about the way they whispered in the wind that made her feel connected to the earth. As she continued down the narrow path, she felt the breeze carry the scent of wildflowers, which made her smile. The forest was her favorite place, a sanctuary from the noise of the world. Emma had been tasked with finding a rare plant among the thickets, a flower that only bloomed once every decade. The elders had entrusted her with this responsibility, knowing she had a keen eye for finding hidden gems. As she walked deeper into the heart of the forest, she noticed the flora growing denser and more colorful. It was there, among the underbrush, that she saw the delicate flower she was searching for, its petals a soft shade of lavender. Later that evening, Emma joined the village feast, where the local farmers had shared their harvests. The food had been divided among the families, with each dish representing the hard work of the season. Emma sat among her fellow villagers, the warmth of the fire and the laughter filling the air. The atmosphere was one of unity, with everyone working together for the prosperity of the community. As she recounted her adventure in the woods, her friend Lila laughed and said, "You know, Emma, you always seem to find beauty among the simplest things." Emma smiled, agreeing with her friend, feeling proud to be among those who understood the magic of the world. Whether in the forest or at the feast, she felt a deep connection to the people and nature around her. The flower, the work shared among the villagers, and the quiet moments spent among the trees all made her feel part of something larger than herself.

The Hidden Garden