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    Alias (en. Alias)

    /ˈeɪliəs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A name used by someone instead of their real name.
    The author published his book under an alias.
    El autor publicó su libro bajo un alias.
    A known nickname or pseudonym.
    Juan is better known by his alias, 'El Tigre.'
    Juan es mejor conocido por su alias, 'El Tigre'.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'alias', meaning 'at another time' or 'in another way.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it's not my alias
    Expression indicating that one is not responsible for an action associated with a name.
    no es mi alias
    use an alias
    To employ a false name.
    usar un alias
    alias of a criminal
    False name used by a criminal.
    alias de un criminal

    Related Words

    pseudonym
    A fictitious name used by an author.
    seudónimo
    pseudonym
    Synonym for pseudonym, a false name used to conceal identity.
    pseudónimo
    nickname
    A term of endearment or informal name given to someone.
    apodo

    Slang Meanings

    Alias used in the realm of crime.
    The mobster is known in the city by his alias 'Gato.'
    El mafioso es conocido en la ciudad por su alias 'Gato'.
    Name used on social networks.
    On Instagram, I use an alias to maintain my privacy.
    En Instagram, utilizo un alias para mantener mi privacidad.