Alternative

/ˌɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Available as another possibility or choice.
    You have an alternative solution to the problem.
  2. (n.) One of two or more available possibilities.
    We considered every alternative before making a decision.

Forms

  • alternatives

Commentary

Often used in contracts to specify different options; clarity in defining alternatives avoids ambiguity.

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