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/ɔr/
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/ɔː/
choice or alternative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'or' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'oththe,' where 'oth-' meant 'either' and '-the' was a conjunction.
Historical Evolution
'oththe' transformed into the Middle English word 'or,' and eventually became the modern English word 'or.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'either,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'alternatively.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Conjunction 1
used to link alternatives, often indicating a choice between them.
Would you like tea or coffee?
Synonyms
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