alphabetical
pronunciation
How to pronounce alphabetical in British English:
UK [ˌælfəˈbetɪkl]
How to pronounce alphabetical in American English:
US [ˌælfəˈbetɪkl]
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- Adjective:
- relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet
- arranged in order according to the alphabet
Word Origin
- alphabetical (adj.)
- 1560s, from alphabet + -ical. Related: Alphabetically.
Example
- 1. I bet that he forgot the forged alphabetical targets .
- 2. There is no need to maintain a strict alphabetical sequence .
- 3. It proved impossible to rank the beloved characters that died on tv this year , so we are respectfully listing them in alphabetical order .
- 4. They are given in alphabetical order of brand , and the prices shown are uk retail .
- 5. These lists keep items in a specific order such as alphabetical or numerical order .