alternate in Latin
alternate in Latin is alternus — alternate means happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.
alternate in Latin
alternus
Happening by turns; one following the other in succession of time or place; first one and then the other (repeatedly).
What does "alternate" mean?
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adj Happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.
"The fence posts were painted in alternate colors."
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noun A person or thing standing in as a substitute for another.
"He was named as an alternate juror in case someone dropped out."
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verb To switch back and forth between two things in a regular pattern.
"The two singers alternated verses throughout the song."
alternate in a sentence
- The fence posts were painted in alternate colors.
- She works alternate weekends at the clinic.
- He was named as an alternate juror in case someone dropped out.
- The two singers alternated verses throughout the song.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "alternate" in Latin?
"alternate" in Latin is alternus. alternate means: Happening in turns, first one thing then the other, repeatedly.
How do you use "alternate" in a sentence?
Example: "The fence posts were painted in alternate colors." In Latin, "alternate" is alternus.
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