alibi
Translation
alibi, excuse
Examples
The suspect has a solid alibi.
The suspect has a solid alibi.
He used work as an alibi for not going.
He used work as an alibi for not going.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((an alibi)) to possess a claim of being elsewhere The suspect has a solid alibi.
to use ((sth.)) as ((an alibi)) to use something as an excuse He used work as an alibi for not going.
Similar Words
Synonyms: excuse, defense, plea; Antonyms: accusation
Etymology
From Latin 'alibi' meaning 'elsewhere', from 'alius' (other) + 'ibi' (there).
Memory Tips
Think of a detective asking, 'Where were you at the time of the crime?' Your answer is your alibi.