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A keyword: an important word to learn equal1   Show phonetics
adjective
1 the same in amount, number, or size
The sides are of equal length.
One metre is equal to 39.37 inches.

2 equal opportunities/rights, etc opportunities/rights, etc that are the same for everyone without anyone having an unfair advantage
Opposite unequal

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