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another

/ə'nʌðə/
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Definition:

The word "another" is used as an adjective, and it means "one more" or "an additional one." It refers to something that is different from what you have already mentioned or have.

Usage Instructions:
  1. Placement: "Another" is usually placed before a noun. For example, "another book" means one more book.
  2. Countable Nouns: You can only use "another" with countable nouns (things you can count, like apples, books, or cars).
Examples:
  • Can I have another piece of cake? (This means you want one more piece of cake.)
  • I need another hour to finish my homework. (This means you need one more hour.)
Advanced Usage:
  • "Another" can also be used in phrases to suggest alternatives. For example, "Let's try another approach to solve this problem." This means trying a different method.
Word Variants:
  • "Others": This is the plural form and refers to additional people or things. Example: "Some people like apples, while others prefer oranges."
  • "Another one": Used to refer to an additional item of the same kind. Example: "I finished my coffee. Can I get another one?"
Different Meanings:
  • "Another" can imply a change or difference from what has been mentioned. For example, "I went to one restaurant. I want to try another one." Here, it indicates a different restaurant.
Synonyms:
  • Additional: This means the same thing. Example: "I need additional time."
  • One more: A straightforward way to express the same idea. Example: "I would like one more cookie."
Idioms:

While "another" itself doesn't have specific idioms, it can be found in phrases: - "Put it off to another day": This means to delay something and do it later.

Phrasal Verbs:

"Another" does not typically appear in phrasal verbs, but you might use it in sentences alongside phrasal verbs. For example: - "We can take on another challenge." (Here, "take on" is a phrasal verb meaning to accept a challenge or responsibility.)

Summary:
  • "Another" is used to refer to an additional item or different alternative.
  • It is important to use it with countable nouns.
Adjective
  1. any of various alternatives; some other
    • put it off to another (or some other) day

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