за — meaning in English

English meaning

• about prep Concerning a particular subject; on the topic of.
• against prep In opposition to; contrary to.
• for prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
• of prep Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
• toward preposition In the direction of a place, person, or thing.

Senses

за is used for these senses in English:

• about Concerning; with regard to; on account of; on the subject of. [from ca. 1150–1350]
• against In exchange for.
• toward In relation to (someone or something).
• toward For the purpose of attaining (an aim).

about — full definition

1. prep Concerning a particular subject; on the topic of.
2. prep Surrounding, or in various places within an area.
3. adv Close to a number, amount, or time; approximately.
4. adj On the point of doing something; on the verge of.

against — full definition

1. prep In opposition to; contrary to.
2. prep In physical contact with, touching and typically supported by.
3. prep In competition with; versus.
4. prep As protection from, or in preparation for.

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