as (EN)

adverb, preposition, conjunction

adverb “as”

1. to the same level or amount, the first "as" in the phrase "as ... as ..."
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   She can't run as fast as you.

preposition “as”

1. introducing the basis of comparison, the second "as" in the phrase "as ... as ..."
   She performed as well as her teammate.
2. in the function, position or name of
   He served as treasurer for the club last year.
3. one thing like another thing
   Use the cloth as a makeshift bandage.

conjunction “as”

1. in the same manner or according to the way that
   Sing as the birds do in the morning.
2. "as to": leading to the outcome that
   As to the garden, it flourished so well that we had fresh vegetables all summer.
3. at the exact time that
   As the clock struck twelve, the fireworks began.
4. in proportion with the change or variation of something else
   As the hours passed, the storm intensified.
5. for the reason that
   As you were busy, I didn't bother you.
6. connecting clauses or sentences to show a relationship similar to "that," "which," or "who"
   The book that you need is the same as the one I have.