used before a singular or plural noun to mean one, some, or every person or thing of a kind, especially in questions, negatives, or after “if”
Do you have any brothers or sisters?
We don't need any more chairs for the meeting.
✦ Old English "ænig", from "án" meaning "one" + suffix "-ig" forming adjectives.
one, some, or every person or thing, no matter which; used especially in questions, negatives, or to say it does not matter which
Do you have any questions about the homework?
I don't need any help, thanks.
one or some people or things, no matter which ones
Is there any left in the pot?
You can pick any you want.
one or some of a type of person or thing, without saying exactly which one
Take any you like— they’re all free samples.
I searched for extra batteries, but couldn't find any.
used to mean it does not matter which person or thing; every or whichever one you choose
You can sit in any seat; they're all the same price.
Any child can learn to swim with patience and practice.
even a little; at all, especially in negatives or questions
I can't run any faster.
Are you feeling any better today?
even a little; at all, especially in negative sentences or questions before a comparative adjective or adverb
I can't hear you any better with the door closed.
She couldn't run any faster, but the bus still left.
