alternate
UK /ɒlˈtɜː(ɹ).nət/US /ˈɔl.tɚ.nət/
adjective5
noun4
- A substitute; an alternative; one designated to take the place of another, if necessary, in performing some duty.
- An alternate for the first-string quarterback played the entire first half.
- Grateful alternates of substantial peace. — 1718
alternate
UK /ˈɒl.tə(ɹ)ˌneɪt/US /ˈɔl.tɚ.neɪt/
verb4
forms
alternated · alternating · alternates