ALTERNAT

Etymology

Noun

alternat

The custom, among diplomats, of rotation in precedence among representatives of equal rank, sometimes determined by lot and at other times in regular order. The practice obtains in the signing of treaties and conventions between nations.

Anagrams

• alterant, tarletan

Source: Wiktionary


Al`ter`nat", n. [F.]

Definition: A usage, among diplomats, of rotation in precedence among representatives of equal rank, sometimes determined by lot and at other times in regular order. The practice obtains in the signing of treaties and conventions between nations.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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