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Definition of something adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

something

adverb
 
/ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
 
/ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
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  1. used with an adjective to emphasize a statement
    • She was swearing something terrible.
    Word OriginOld English sum thing (see some, thing).
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