besides

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /bəˈsaɪdz/ or /biˈsaɪdz/

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Preposition

Preposition besides

1. In addition (to); as well (as).

   We've got a pile of homework and a part time job besides.

   Besides the obvious benefit of learning, going to school has helped me make many friends.

   I don't really want to go. Besides, it's too late now.

2. Other than; except for.

   I don't want to go anywhere besides China.