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Meaning of by the dozen | Babel Free

Adverb CEFR C1

Definitions

Twelve at a time.
literally, not-comparable
In large numbers.
figuratively, not-comparable

Examples

“Eggs are often sold by the dozen.”

“She's had boyfriends by the dozen.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

by the gods by the looks of things by the sly by the way by thunder by-and-by