alibi
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for alibi, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A claim or proof that someone was somewhere else when a crime took place.
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Etymology
From Latin alibi, meaning "elsewhere" — the legal defence literally claims the accused was somewhere else.
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What does “alibi” mean?
The word “alibi” means a claim or proof that someone was somewhere else when a crime took place. In plain terms, proof or a claim that you were elsewhere when something happened, or loosely, any excuse.
How do you pronounce “alibi”?
“Alibi” is pronounced AL-uh-beye (/ˈæl.ə.baɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “alibi” in a sentence?
Here is “alibi” used in a sentence: “His alibi checked out — he was at work during the robbery.”
What part of speech is “alibi”?
“Alibi” is a noun.
Where does the word “alibi” come from?
The word “alibi” comes from Latin. From Latin alibi, meaning "elsewhere" — the legal defence literally claims the accused was somewhere else.
How many meanings does “alibi” have?
“Alibi” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a claim or proof that someone was somewhere else when a crime took place.