alternating
adjective/ɐɫtɨɾˈnɐ̃tɨ/low
al·ter·nan·te
Definition
That alternates; occurring or following in turns.
An alternating current powers the device.
Alternating layers of rock were visible.
Common collocations
alternating currentalternating pattern
Etymology
Do latim 'alternans, -antis', particípio presente de 'alternare'.