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Wordabulary

nor

Pronunciation
Conjunction B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Used before the second part of a negative statement, meaning "and not".

"He doesn't smoke, nor does he drink."

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Which word fits the gap? "He doesn't smoke, _____ does he drink."

Answer: nor

In your own words, what does "nor" mean?

Used before the second part of a negative statement, meaning "and not".

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