either · pron
either side/end, etc.
B2 both sides/ends, etc.
Dictionary examples:
Friends sat on either side of me on the plane. (47.5)
either
B1 one of two people or things when it is not important which
Dictionary examples:
Study math or take a nap? Either sounds like torture right now! (0.0)
My boss or my mom? Either can make me clean my room! (0.0)
My left or right shoe? Either works for kicking footballs into space! (0.0)
"Would you like the metal or plastic one?" "Either will do." (21.2)
Either candidate would be ideal for the job. (37.4)
either way
B1 used to talk about two possibilities where the result will be the same
Dictionary examples:
Study all night or sleep through the exam - either way, you're doomed! (0.0)
Wash dishes or do laundry - either way, your Saturday is ruined! (0.0)
Cook dinner or order takeout - either way, the kitchen will be messy! (0.0)
You can get there by train or bus - either way it takes an hour. (28.8)
He might have to resign or he might be given a desk job, but either way, his career is effectively over. (54.0)