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What Is “et al.” and How Do We Use et al. in Writing?

15 October 202622 October 2021 by Zul M

“Et al.” is a Latin abbreviation meaning “and others”, used to shorten the list of authors when you cite a work with several authors. This guide explains what it means, why we use it, and how the main citation styles (APA, MLA and Chicago) tell you to use it. Key points If you are in … Read more

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