alphabet

noun

ˈal-fə-ˌbet How to pronounce alphabet (audio)
Definition of alphabetnext
as in elements
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based you need to learn the alphabet of genealogy before you can move on to more advanced study

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Recent Examples of alphabet Skip the alphabet rug in favor or something with a little history. — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 It’s designed to help parents teach numbers, counting, the alphabet, colors, shapes, fine motor skills and more. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2026 How did a society just getting to grips with the alphabet produce works of such sophistication? — Literary Hub, 17 July 2026 The Korean alphabet is created under King Sejong during the Joseon Dynasty. — New York Times, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for alphabet
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  1. elements
  2. grammar
  3. basis
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  • The simulated elements use a detailed 3D computer model of the same device.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
  • These elements give it a look grounded in Persian art, which is different from the futuristic style usually seen at Burning Man.
    — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
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  • Cantonese uses different grammar than Mandarin, as well as different vocabulary, particularly in the city of Hong Kong, where speakers often switch between English and Cantonese words, sometimes in the same sentence.
    — Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
  • No deleting, rereading, correcting grammar, or performing intelligence.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2026
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  • Cardinals reliever George Soriano loaded the bases with a leadoff walk to Hernández and consecutive two-out walks to pinch-hitter Max Muncy and Kyle Tucker in the eighth before pinch-hitter Dalton Rushing went down swinging.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Although there’s a practical and personal basis to Wayne’s newfound commitment, there’s also a philosophical one that’s reflected in the movie’s title.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
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“Alphabet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alphabet. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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