We use since as a preposition, a conjunction and an adverb to refer to a time, and as a conjunction to introduce a reason.

The meaning of SINCE is from a definite past time until now. How to use since in a sentence.

Since definition: from then till now (often preceded byever ).. See examples of SINCE used in a sentence.

Definition of since preposition in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

You use since when you are mentioning a time or event in the past and indicating that a situation has continued from then until now. He has been a Member of Parliament since 2007. She had …

continuously from or counting from the time when: I've been busy since I arrived. because; inasmuch as: Since you've been here awhile, you might as well stay. The word since very …

Apr 2, 2025 · "Since" typically indicates the starting point of a time period that lasts up to the time of speaking (e.g., “I haven’t seen her since breakfast”).

We use since to refer back to a previous point in time. We use since as a preposition with a date, a time or a noun phrase: …

He drove quite slowly since we had plenty of time. (Definition of since from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

Since we had a few minutes to wait, we had some coffee. (Definition of since from the Webster's Essential Mini Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)