et al.

Definition

And others; to complete a list, especially of persons, as authors of a published work.

Etymology

From Latin, abbreviation of et aliī (“and others”) (English: et alii) and its forms and derivatives.

Example Sentences

• "The total area of mangrove on Tutuila and Aunu'u was estimated at 91 ha by Amerson et al. (1982) and at 52 ha by Cole et al. (1988)."