each way
The phrase "each way" is primarily used in betting contexts, particularly in sports with large fields like horse racing, and can also refer to travel fares.
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Definition
C1Gambling
(UK, Australia, New Zealand)A type of bet where money is placed on a competitor to either win or finish in a specified position.
Example
- He placed an each way bet on the horse, hoping it would at least come in the top three.
- In horse racing, each way bets are popular because they increase the chances of a return.
B2Travel
(general)A fare or ticket price that is charged separately for each leg of a round trip.
Example
- The airline offered each way fares, allowing passengers to book one leg of the journey at a time.
- He purchased each way tickets for his round trip to London.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "each way":
round tripgo both waysone-way tickettwo-way streetround turnthis waycut both wayson the wayeven moneyone-way streetone's waytwo-way switch