other
|oth/er|
🇺🇸
/ˈʌðər/
🇬🇧
/ˈʌðə/
different or remaining
Etymology
'other' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ōþer', where 'ō-' meant 'second' and '-þer' meant 'one'.
'ōþer' changed from Old English word 'ōþer' and eventually became the modern English word 'other'.
Initially, it meant 'second one', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'different or distinct'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned or known.
I have two other books to read.
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Pronoun 1
used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned or known.
Some people like tea, while others prefer coffee.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35