adj
Uncommon
alternating
Alternating (adj) means switching back and forth between two states or values in a repeating pattern. Example: “Household outlets supply alternating current.”
adj
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Switching back and forth between two states or values in a repeating pattern.
"Household outlets supply alternating current."
How to use alternating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGoing back and forth between two things in a regular, repeating way.
Common pairings
alternating current
alternating pattern
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What does “alternating” mean?
The word “alternating” means switching back and forth between two states or values in a repeating pattern. In plain terms, going back and forth between two things in a regular, repeating way.
How do you use “alternating” in a sentence?
Here is “alternating” used in a sentence: “Household outlets supply alternating current.”
What part of speech is “alternating”?
“Alternating” is an adjective.
Is “alternating” a common word?
“Alternating” is an uncommon word in modern English.
