alter ego
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tər ˈi noun
1.
a second self; a perfect substitute or deputy: His adviser acts as his alter ego during his absence.
2.
an inseparable friend.
3.
another aspect of one's self.
Origin:
1530–40; < Latin (Cicero), probably translation of Greek állos egṓ, héteros egṓ another I
1530–40; < Latin (Cicero), probably translation of Greek állos egṓ, héteros egṓ another I
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alter ego (ˈæltər ˈiːɡəʊ, ˈɛɡəʊ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a second self |
| 2. | a very close and intimate friend |
| [Latin: other self] | |
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Alter ego
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Medical Dictionary
alter ego al·ter ego (ôl'tər)
n.
Another side of oneself; a second self.
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Cultural Dictionary
alter ego [(awl-tuhr ee-goh)]An intimate friend, considered another side of oneself: “He was my alter ego; we were always picking up each other's thoughts.” Alter ego is Latin for “another I.”
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Example sentences
Plaintiff merely alleges conclusions of law as it pertains to the alter ego theory of liability.
On the wall, his cartoon alter ego poises itself at the top of the virtual incline, skis ready.
Eventually the doctor repents and tries to slough off his vile alter ego.
Then the alter ego emerges into the room, floats across it and goes out the window.
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