Definition of by

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  • by is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • by is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • by is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 7

Definition of by

  • in reserve; not for immediate use (adverb)

    Examples

    1. put something by for her old age

    Synonyms

    1. aside
    2. away
  • so as to pass a given point (adverb)

    Synonyms

    1. past

See definition of by in Merriam Webster