OFTEN


Meaning of OFTEN in English

[ 'ɒf(ə)n , 'ɒft(ə)n ]

■ adverb ( ~er , ~est )

1》 frequently.

2》 in many instances.

Origin

ME: extended form of oft , prob. influenced by selden 'seldom'.

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