per a — meaning in English

English meaning

• against prep In opposition to; contrary to.
• by prep Near or next to something.
• for prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
• toward preposition In the direction of a place, person, or thing.

Senses

per a is used for these senses in English:

• against In anticipation of; in preparation for (a particular time, event etc.).
• by Not later than (the given time); not later than the end of (the given time interval).
• toward For the purpose of attaining (an aim).

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.

by — full definition

1. prep Near or next to something.
2. prep Not later than a stated time.
3. prep Used to show who or what performs an action.
4. prep Through the use of a particular method.

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