info

noun

in·​fo ˈin-(ˌ)fō How to pronounce info (audio)
Synonyms of infonext
: information

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Examples of info in a Sentence

It contains a surprising amount of info for such a little book. wondered about the fate of newspapers, seeing as so many people now go on the Internet for info
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Will Philly-area hospitals have to provide ER docs, patient info to KONZA Health? — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 30 July 2026 Advertisers are accustomed to getting quick info on how many people their commercials reach on TV day after day. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 July 2026 There is egg-stra info for the Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Happn profiles at least indicate whether a person lives in the area or is just visiting, which is crucial info, given how location plays such a central role. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for info

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of info was in 1907

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“Info.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/info. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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