Another

Definition

Another is a determiner and pronoun that refers to an additional person or thing of the same type or an alternative option. It is used to indicate one more item, instance, or individual apart from those already mentioned or understood.

Parts of Speech

• Determiner
• Pronoun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈnʌðər/
• Respelling: uh-NUH-thur

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈnʌðə/
• Respelling: uh-NUH-thuh

Etymology

The word "another" originates from the Middle English phrase "an other," which combined "an" (a variant of "one") with "other." It evolved to mean "one more" or "a different one" and has been used in English since the 13th century.

Derivatives

• One another (phrase)
• Another time (phrase)
• Another thing (phrase)
• Another day (phrase)
• Another way (phrase)

Synonyms

• Additional
• Extra
• Alternate

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "another" is used to indicate an additional or alternative person or thing. For example, "Would you like another slice of cake?" or "She decided to take another route."

Related Terms

• Other: Used to refer to people or things that are different or additional.
• Extra: Describes something added beyond what is usual.
• Alternative: Another choice or option.

Detailed Definitions

Determiner

• One more, an additional item: Used to refer to an extra person or thing.
  • Example: "He asked for another cup of coffee."

Pronoun

• A different one, an alternative: Refers to something or someone other than the one already mentioned or understood.
  • Example: "This pen doesn’t work; let me try another."