Dictionary entryCEFR B1adjective

unnecessary

IPA pronunciation: /ʌnˈnesəsəri/

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Russian meaning

ненужный, излишний

English definition

Not needed or required; more than is necessary.

Example

Please avoid making unnecessary noise in the library.

Collocations

unnecessary delay
unnecessary expense
unnecessary risk
unnecessary details

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