e.g.

Means “for example.” 'E.g.' is sometimes confused with i.e., meaning “that is.” Either can be used to clarify a preceding statement, the first by example, the second by restating the idea more clearly or expanding upon it. Follow with a comma. Do not use 'e.g.' with 'etc.' in the same list; it is redundant.

She organized her sock drawer by length, e.g., ankle, crew, knee-high.