other — used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʌðər/
Example Sentences
- My homework ate my dog... wait, I mean the other way around!
- I have two hands: one for eating pizza, the other for holding more pizza.
- Can you pass me the other pen? This one is out of ink.
other
ADJECTIVE[/ˈʌðər/]
used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'other' derives from Old English 'ōther', which evolved from a common Germanic root. It has been used since ancient times to denote the concept of 'something different from one' or 'an alternative thing'.
Breakdown
The word consists of the single morpheme 'other' (ōther in Old English), derived from the Proto-Germanic root *antharaz, meaning 'the second of two' or 'different'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My homework ate my dog... wait, I mean the other way around!”
“I have two hands: one for eating pizza, the other for holding more pizza.”
“Can you pass me the other pen? This one is out of ink.”
“Some students like math, others prefer English.”
“We should help each other during difficult times.”
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