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det
1
One or the other of two options; whichever of two.
"You can take either road to get to the station."
"Either answer would be acceptable."
2
Each of two; both.
"There are trees on either side of the path."
conj
1
Used to introduce the first of two or more alternatives, paired with "or."
"You can either call me or send a text."
adv
1
Used after a negative statement to add that the same is true of another thing, similar to "too."
"I don't like coffee, and I don't like tea either."
How to Use Either
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA word for choosing between two options, describing both of two things, or adding a negative agreement ("me neither" style).
Common mistake
Use "either...or" for two options, and remember "either" (not "neither") pairs with negative sentences plus "either" at the end, e.g. "I can't come either."
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