alts
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B2
/ælts/
(alt)
alternate option
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alt' originates from the word 'alternative', which comes from the Latin word 'alternare', meaning 'to do by turns'.
Historical Evolution
'alternare' transformed into the Old French word 'alterner', and eventually became the modern English word 'alternative'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to do by turns', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a choice between two or more possibilities'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
short for 'alternatives', often used in online gaming or forums to refer to alternative accounts or characters.
Many players use alts to try different strategies.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 16:51