equal

Meaning of equal in English

Adjective

1. being exactly the same number or amount as something else; as much or as many as another

A yard is equal to about 0.91meters, 36 inches, or 3 feet.

2. having the same rights, duties, or opportunities to do something as another, regardless of sex, origin, religion etc.

All are equal before the law.

Noun

1. a person or thing that equals another in quality

She has no equal in cooking.

Verb

1. be exactly the same in number or amount as something else; be as much or as many as another

Three and seven equals ten.