Definition of "so"
- conjunction
In order that.
With the result that; for that reason; therefore.
Provided that; on condition that, as long as.
- adverb
To the (explicitly stated) extent that.
To the (implied) extent.
In a particular manner.
In the same manner or to the same extent as aforementioned; also.
- adjective
True, accurate.
In that state or manner; with that attribute. (replaces the aforementioned adjective phrase).
- interjection
Used after a pause for thought to introduce a new topic, question or story.
Short for so what.
Be as you are; stand still; used especially to cows; also used by sailors.
- noun
A syllable used in solfège to represent the fifth note of a major scale.
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