Definition of equal
1a (1) : of the same measure, quantity, amount, or number as another (2) : identical in mathematical value or logical denotation : equivalentb : like in quality, nature, or statusc : like for each member of a group, class, or society provide equal employment opportunities
2 : regarding or affecting all objects in the same way : impartial
3 : free from extremes: such asa : tranquil in mind or moodb : not showing variation in appearance, structure, or proportion
4a : capable of meeting the requirements of a situation or a taskb : suitable bored with work not equal to his abilities
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Examples of equal in a Sentence
an equal number of apples and oranges
We divided the profits into three equal shares.
The play combines tragedy and comedy in equal measure.
The opposing candidate has demanded equal time on television.
The fractions {frac1 and {frac2 are equal.
providing equal opportunities for children of all races
We need to have equal academic standards for male and female students.
Recent Examples of equal from the Web
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That is quite a statement about a player who has won seven major singles titles and four Olympic gold medals, and who played a critical role in securing equal prize money for women at Wimbledon in 2007.
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Everyone from Emmy Rossum to Gina Rodriguez has opened up about their struggle to receive equal pay in the industry.
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Here is the complete BayBears homestand schedule, along with game times and promotions (all times Central): Tuesday, 6:35 p.m. -- Independence Day Fireworks/2-For Tuesday Buy one game ticket, get one of equal or lesser value free.
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Believe it or not, a nautical theme is not a requirement for your oceanside retreat — in fact, a contemporary approach to the usual sailor style can be equal parts classic and glamorous.
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If the neutrino has mass, the spectrum should fall short of the limit by an amount equal to the mass.
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And with equal support from Republicans and Democrats, the House overwhelmingly passed a spending bill in 2015 that forbids the use of federal money to block state medical marijuana laws.
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And Justice Clint Bolick noted that the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday ruled in an Arkansas case that equal treatment for gay and straight parents is required by the Constitution.
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The fee is equal to the salary Obama received as president and twice what former President Bill Clinton has received for speeches, according to the New York Times.
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Origin and Etymology of equal
Middle English, from Latin aequalis, from aequus level, equal
Synonym Discussion of equal
Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms
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Definition of equal
1 : one that is equal insists that women can be absolute equals with men — Anne Bernays
2 : an equal quantity
Examples of equal in a Sentence
I consider him my equal.
We are all equals here.
Recent Examples of equal from the Web
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James Rouse planned this city as a place where people of different backgrounds with different levels of wealth should be able to live, work and play together as equals, and enjoy the community that neighborhoods provide.
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The school's B'nai Mitzvah program recognized boys and girls as equals.
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All bishops are considered equal, but Bartholomew I, the Archbishop of Constantinople in Turkey, is regarded as the first among equals and as the spiritual leader of Orthodox Christians worldwide. 5.
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The combined entity, described as a merger of equals, will bear the Linde name and its stock will be listed in New York and Frankfurt.
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Every man or woman can run a race, but the blocks are designed to turn that race into a contest of equals.
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The majesty of the law treats all as equals, regardless of wealth.
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In one realm, at least, Tim Tebow is the equal of Michael Jordan.
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Fifield's telling also reflects a partnership between equals, where local leaders had the final say.
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First Known Use of equal
1573
Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms
equal
Definition of equal
equaled
orequalled
;equaling
orequalling
transitive verb
1 : to be equal to; especially : to be identical in value to
2 archaic : equalize
3 : to make or produce something equal to
Examples of equal in a Sentence
Nothing can ever equal that experience.
See if you can equal that!
a weight lifter attempting to equal his rival's performance
No one can equal him in chess.
Recent Examples of equal from the Web
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That equals a 72 percent increase in just five years, ranking Seattle third among the 50 largest U.S. metros for the rate of growth for mega-commuters.
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The assets of the 10 wealthiest people now equal 47 percent of Hong Kong’s economy, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
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The dollar amounts may be small, but for the two men and many other Alabama residents who cannot work, every buck counts and equals food in their stomachs.
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Aside from remaining below the national average, Florida’s spending level also still trails the rate of inflation. Per-pupil spending would have to be around $8,358 for 2017-18 simply to equal the 2007-08 level, PolitiFact reported.
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Speaking of gravity, Mercury’s elongated orbit locks it into a unique trip around the Sun—one Mercury year equals one-and-a-half Mercury days.
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The Inkaputtable Angela Merkel Angela Merkel looks on track for a record-equalling fourth election victory in Germany in September.
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Ridgewood's 4-0 win over Timothy Christian on April 27 pushed the Rebels' record to 7-5, equaling the program's victory total from last year.
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If equaled in the finals, the total will set a section record.
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First Known Use of equal
1590
Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms
EQUAL Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of equal for English Language Learners
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: the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality
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: having the same mathematical value
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: not changing : the same for each person
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Definition of equal for English Language Learners
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: someone or something that is as good, skillful, valuable, etc., as another person or thing
equal
Definition of equal for English Language Learners
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—used to say that one amount or number is the same as another
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: to be as good as (something else)
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: to produce something that is as good as (something else) or to do something as well as (someone else)
EQUAL Defined for Kids
Definition of equal for Students
1 : exactly the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality an equal share of equal importance
2 : the same for each person equal rights
3 : having enough strength, ability, or means He's equal to the task.
equally
\ˈē-kwə-lē\ adverb We shared the profit equally.Definition of equal for Students
equaled
orequalled
;equaling
orequalling
: to be the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality as
Definition of equal for Students
: someone or something that is as good or valuable as another
Law Dictionary
equal
Legal Definition of equal
1 : like in quality, nature, or status
2 : like for each member of a group, class, or society
3 : regarding or affecting all objects in the same way : impartial
Origin and Etymology of equal
Latin aequalis, from aequus level, equal
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Legal Definition of equal
: one that is equal
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