alpha |
the name of the first letter of the Greek alphabet. |
alphabet |
the letters of a written language, given in proper order. |
alphabetical |
arranged in the order of the alphabet. |
alphabetize |
to arrange in the order of the alphabet. |
Alps |
a high mountain range that goes from southern France through Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Austria and into the countries along the Adriatic Sea down to Albania. |
already |
by this or that time. [3 definitions] |
Alsatian |
the British word for "German shepherd," a breed of large brown or black dogs that are often used as guard dogs and as guide dogs for blind people. |
also |
besides; in addition; too. |
altar |
a raised table or platform used for religious ceremonies. |
altar girl |
a girl who is trained to help the priest during church worship services. |
alter |
to make different in some way; change. [2 definitions] |
alternate |
to take turns (usually followed by "with"). [7 definitions] |
alternative |
one of two or more choices. [3 definitions] |
although |
in spite of the fact that; even though; though. |
altimeter |
a device that measures distance above the Earth's surface. |
altitude |
the height of a thing above earth or above sea level. |
alto |
the vocal range between tenor and soprano. Alto is the lowest range for the female voice and highest for the male. [4 definitions] |
altogether |
completely; entirely. [3 definitions] |
aluminium |
the British spelling of "aluminum," a strong, light, silver metal that does not easily rust. |
aluminum |
a strong, light, silver metal that does not easily rust. Aluminum is a chemical element. (symbol: Al) |
always |
at all times; without stopping; forever. [3 definitions] |