Alien in English: Definition, Pronunciation, and Examples

'Alien' is an English word with several meanings. It can refer to a creature from another planet, a foreigner or someone who is considered strange or unfamiliar. The word can also be used to describe something that is not native to a particular place or environment.

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪliən/

Example Sentences:

• "The movie was about an alien invasion." (referring to an extraterrestrial being)
• "He felt like an alien in his new city." (referring to a stranger or foreigner)
• "The invasive plant species is considered an alien to this ecosystem." (referring to something not native to a place)