sundry

American  

[suhn-dree] / ˈsʌn dri /

adjective

1. various or diverse.

   sundry persons.

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idioms

1. all and sundry, everybody, collectively and individually.

   Free samples were given to all and sundry.

sundry British  

/ ˈsʌndrɪ /

determiner

1. several or various; miscellaneous

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pronoun

1. all the various people, individually and collectively

noun

1. (plural) miscellaneous unspecified items

2. also called: extra.  cricket a run not scored from the bat, such as a wide, no-ball, bye, or leg bye

sundry More Idioms  

1. see all and sundry.

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Other Word Forms

• sundrily adverb
• sundriness noun

Etymology

Origin of sundry

before 900; Middle English; Old English syndrig private, separate, equivalent to syndr- (mutated form of sundor asunder ) + -ig -y ¹; akin to sunder

Example Sentences

And the third section highlights individuals who, like locations, represent the sundry specificities of the nation.

From The Wall Street Journal

I took my “Empire Strikes Back” poster and some sundry supplies out of the office.

From Salon

“Leave your troubles outside,” the Emcee implores the sundry spectators.

From Salon

Warmed by sundry houseplants and a caffeinated cloud, I was handed a plate full of intent.

From Salon

The contestants deal with rough seas, strong currents, jellyfish and sundry venomous creatures, intruding fishermen, limited air, sinus crises, variable visibility and unexpected orcas.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• assorted
• various