abreast abreast /əˈbrest/ adverb
1 F0 describes two or more people who are next to each other and moving in the same direction: » We were running/cycling two abreast.» The motorcyclist came abreast of her car and shouted abuse at her.Thesaurus+: ↑Next to and besidekeep abreast of sth2 F0 to make sure you know all the most recent facts about a subject or situation: » I try to keep abreast of any developments.Thesaurus+: ↑Aware |