alias
/ˈeɪ.li.əs/noun
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Another name; an assumed name.
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A second or further writ which is issued after a first writ has expired without effect.
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An abbreviation that replaces a string of commands and thereby reduces typing when performing routine actions or tasks.
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An spurious signal generated as a technological artifact.
Synonyms:
pseudonym
verb
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To assign an additional name to an entity, often a more user-friendly one.
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(of two signals) to become indistinguishable
adverb
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Otherwise; at another time; in other circumstances; otherwise called.
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Used to connect the different names of a person who has gone by two or more, and whose true name is for any cause doubtful
"Smith, alias Simpson."
Synonyms:
AKA