Used in the phrase 'inter alia', meaning 'among other things'. Indicates that the items mentioned are part of a larger group.
From Latin alia, neuter plural of alius 'other, another'. Used primarily in legal and academic contexts as part of the phrase inter alia, literally meaning 'among other things'.
Alia rarely stands alone in English, almost always appearing in the learned phrase 'inter alia' - a perfect example of how Latin persists in formal English. Legal documents love this phrase because it allows lawyers to give examples without claiming to be exhaustive.
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