ob — meaning in English

English meaning

• because conj For the reason that; introduces an explanation or cause.
• for prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.

Senses

ob is used for these senses in English:

• because of On account of; due to, for the purpose of.
• due to Caused by; resulting from; because of.
• for Directed at; intended to belong to.
• for Supporting, in favour of.
• for In the role or capacity of; instead of; in place of.
• for In order to obtain or acquire.
• on account of (idiomatic) Because of, due to, owing to.

for — full definition

1. prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
2. prep Because of, or as the reason for.
3. prep In support of, or in favor of.
4. prep Covering a period of time or distance.
5. prep In exchange for.

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