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No. 3,366 in French

alien

Foreign; strange; unfamiliar.

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  • Le mot 'alien' peut aussi signifier 'étranger' dans certains contextes.

    The word 'alien' can also mean 'foreign' in certain contexts.

    Here, 'alien' is used to indicate something foreign or unfamiliar, emphasizing that it can have multiple meanings based on its usage in language.

  • Dans les films de science-fiction, un 'alien' est souvent représenté comme une créature venant d'une autre planète.

    In science fiction movies, an 'alien' is often depicted as a creature coming from another planet.

    In this scenario, 'alien' refers to extraterrestrial beings, highlighting its commonly known meaning in popular culture.

  • En philosophie, certains concepts peuvent paraître 'alien' à notre compréhension habituelle.

    In philosophy, some concepts might seem alien to our usual understanding.

    Here, 'alien' conveys unfamiliarity or what is outside one's regular perspective, showcasing its figurative use to describe abstract ideas or feelings.

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