shebang

What is another word for shebang? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — Informal: the whole thing; every part of a situation or undertaking (usually "the whole shebang").

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How to use shebang

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the whole shebang shebang line

The "whole shebang" sense is informal, mostly spoken American English.

Etymology

Origin unclear — the word surfaces in 1850s America meaning a shelter or ramshackle building, likely influenced by "shebeen" (an unlicensed Irish drinking house); the computing sense is unrelated and much later.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “shebang” mean?

The word “shebang” means informal: the whole thing; every part of a situation or undertaking (usually "the whole shebang"). In plain terms, casually, "everything included"; technically, the special line at the top of a script file.

How do you pronounce “shebang”?

“Shebang” is pronounced shih-BANG (/ʃɪˈbæŋ(ɡ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “shebang” in a sentence?

Here is “shebang” used in a sentence: “They rented a marquee, a live band, fireworks — the whole shebang.”

What part of speech is “shebang”?

“Shebang” is a noun.

Where does the word “shebang” come from?

The word “shebang” dates back to around 1850 and comes from Irish. Origin unclear — the word surfaces in 1850s America meaning a shelter or ramshackle building, likely influenced by "shebeen" (an unlicensed Irish drinking house); the computing sense is unrelated and much later.

How many meanings does “shebang” have?

“Shebang” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: the whole thing; every part of a situation or undertaking (usually "the whole shebang").

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