Other

usgb/ˈʌðər/
adjective

Different or separate from the person or thing already mentioned.

I saw one movie, but I didn't like the other one.
Visual representation of "other" - Different or separate from the person or thing already mentioned.

Often appears as...

  • the other day
  • every other day
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Visual representation of "other"
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Implicit Contrast

Implies a contrast or distinction between two items or groups.

Illustration for Implicit Contrast
The desserts were delicious; I liked this pie but the other cake was too sweet.
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Choice Exclusion

Indicates the remaining options after one is chosen.

Illustration for Choice Exclusion
You may have the apple, and I'll take the other fruit.
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Pair Identification

Refers to one of two things which are usually seen as a pair.

Illustration for Pair Identification
You have one glove; where is the other?
Visual representation of the word "Other"

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