alt
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B2
/ælt/
alternate option
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alt' originates from the word 'alternative', which comes from the Latin word 'alternare', meaning 'to interchange'.
Historical Evolution
'alternative' transformed into the shortened form 'alt' in modern English usage, especially in digital contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to interchange', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an alternate option or account'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an abbreviation for 'alternative', often used in online gaming or social media to refer to an alternate account or character.
He uses an alt to play the game anonymously.
Synonyms
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