at about

adverb

: nearly at : about

who were arriving at about the same time

—Thomas Pyles

paid at about that rate

—Anthony Trollope

at about the western border

—Bernard DeVoto

at about five o'clock

—Florette Henri

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now