alias

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Alias' generally refers to a name that one person uses instead of their real name. It's often used by writers and performers as their stage or pen name.

Examples in Different Contexts

In the publishing world, authors might use an 'alias' or pen name. An editor might reveal, 'Did you know that Mark Twain was an alias for Samuel Clemens?'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

Publishing these novels under your own name might draw unwanted attention to you.

Response:

You're right. I'll use the alias 'Jane Grey' when publishing these novels.

Technology

Scenario:

This command line is too long and complex. We need to simplify it for more efficient code.

Response:

Agreed. Let's create the command alias 'inst' for 'InstallLatestUpdatesToSystem().'.