Etc. (abbreviation)

1. An abbreviation for et cetera.
2. Used to indicate that a list is not exhaustive.

Origin:

From latin et cetera (et “and” + cetera “the rest”), neuter plural of ceterus (“the other, the rest”), from proto-italic *kʷetrós, from proto-indo-european *kʷetwóres (“four”).

Examples:

1. I need to buy some groceries like milk, eggs, bread, etc.
2. The museum has paintings, sculptures, pottery, etc.
3. He enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, camping, fishing, etc.
4. The teacher wants us to read Shakespeare, Hemingway, Austen, etc.
5. The store sells clothing, shoes, accessories, etc.