Every
/ˈɛv.ri/noun
Referring to all members of a group or category.
Did you know?The word 'every' has roots in a term meaning 'each of two,' implying an ancient connection to duality and completeness in rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*aiwaz
“a concept of eternity or always.”
Old English
OE
ǽfre
“always, ever, at any time.”
Old English
OE
ǽgðer
“each, every, both.”
Middle English
ME
everich
“each one, every.”
Modern English
English
every
“all members of a group or category.”