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alters

/ˈɔltərz/ /ˈɑltərz/

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noun

A table or similar flat-topped structure used for religious rites.

Examples :

"The ancient temples contained several alters where offerings were left for the gods. "

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A raised area around an altar in a church; the sanctuary.

Examples :

"The priest stood on the alters, leading the congregation in prayer. "

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Anything that is worshipped or sacrificed to.

Examples :

"In some ancient cultures, people built alters to honor their gods and offer gifts. "

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verb

To change the form or structure of.

Examples :

"The tailor alters the dress to fit the customer perfectly. "

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To become different.

Examples :

"The weather often alters quickly in the mountains. "

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To tailor clothes to make them fit.

Examples :

"The tailor alters my pants to make them shorter. "

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To castrate, neuter or spay (a dog or other animal).

Examples :

"The veterinarian alters the dog to prevent unwanted pregnancies. "

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To affect mentally, as by psychotropic drugs or illness.

Examples :

"The high fever alters the child's perception of reality, making him see strange shadows. "

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(especially in the plural) An identity or headmate of a person with dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder).

Examples :

"Sarah's alters often have different preferences for music. "

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