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oth·er
 other
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- pronunciation:
- uh
th
 r
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
different from the one or ones mentioned.
I'm busy, but maybe some other person can help you.- similar words:
- another, contrasting, different, distinct, separate
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| definition 2: |
being the one remaining out of two or more.
I hurt this arm, so I have to lift things with my other arm.I don't want this wrench. I want the other wrench.- synonyms:
- remaining
- similar words:
- alternative
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| definition 3: |
happening not long ago.
I forgot my wallet the other day, but I have it now.It was nice to see you the other day. |
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opposite |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a different or additional one.
We don't have to play that game. We could play some other.Here is one blue bowl, but I think we have others.- similar words:
- another
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| definition 2: |
the remaining one.
You take this cookie, and I'll take the other.The first son went to college and the other began a job.I chose one sharp knife and put the others away. |
| definition 3: |
everyone except for oneself.
The others stayed at the party after I left.- similar words:
- another
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| definition 4: |
(plural) people outside of oneself in general.
He doesn't care what others think of him. |
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