nor

UK: nɔː | US: nɔːr

Definition

  1. conj. used to introduce a further negative statement after "neither" or "not"

  2. conj. (archaic) and not; neither

Structure

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Etymology

The word "nor" originates from Middle English nor, a contraction of ne (Old English "not") + or (Old English "other, alternative"). It evolved as a negative counterpart to "or," reinforcing negation in phrases like "neither...nor." Its structure reflects the logical pairing of negation ("ne") with exclusion ("or"), preserving clarity in negative constructions.

Examples

  1. She neither called nor texted.

  2. He doesn’t like coffee, nor does he drink tea.

  3. The store was neither cheap nor convenient.

  4. Nor shall we forget their sacrifices.

  5. I haven’t seen the movie, nor do I plan to.