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I see an insidious problem in the marketing of weddings as 'the happiest day of your life.' The pressure that is placed upon this event to be the alpha and omega of your entire existence makes it, I think, into a kind of nuptial New Year's Eve, and we all know how that usually turns out.
Jessi Klein

Meaning of "alpha and omega" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF ALPHA AND OMEGA

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF ALPHA AND OMEGA

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Alpha and omega is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES ALPHA AND OMEGA MEAN IN ENGLISH?

alpha and omega

Alpha and Omega

Alpha (alpha (Α or α)) and Omega (omega (Ω or ω)), are the first and the last letters of the Greek alphabet and are an appellation of Christ or of God in the Book of Revelation. These couple of letters are used as Christian symbols, and are often combined with the Cross, Chi-rho, or other Christian symbols.

Definition of alpha and omega in the English dictionary

The definition of alpha and omega in the dictionary is the first and last, a phrase used in Revelation 1:8 to signify God's eternity. Other definition of alpha and omega is the basic reason or meaning; most important part.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ALPHA AND OMEGA

alpha
alpha brass
Alpha Centauri
Alpha Centauri system
alpha decay
alpha emitter
alpha geek
alpha helix
alpha iron
alpha male
alpha mummy
alpha particle
alpha privative
alpha radiation
alpha ray
alpha rhythm
alpha stock
alpha wave
alpha-beta brass
alpha-blocker

WORDS THAT END LIKE ALPHA AND OMEGA

bodega
bottega
fanega
Lope de Vega
mega
omega
Onega
Ortega
senega
telega
Vega

Synonyms and antonyms of alpha and omega in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «alpha and omega» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ALPHA AND OMEGA

Find out the translation of alpha and omega to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of alpha and omega from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «alpha and omega» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

阿尔法和欧米茄
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

alfa y omega
570 millions of speakers

English

alpha and omega
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

अल्फा और ओमेगा
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

ألفا وأوميغا
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

альфа и омега
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

alfa e omega
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আগাগোড়া
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

alpha et l´oméga
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Alfa dan omega
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Alpha und Omega
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

アルファとオメガ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

알파와 오메가
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Alpha lan omega
85 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Vietnamese

alpha và omega
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஆல்பா மற்றும் ஒமேகா
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

अल्फा आणि ओमेगा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Alfa ve Omega
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

alfa e omega
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

alfa i omega
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

альфа і омега
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

alfa și omega
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

άλφα και το ωμέγα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

alfa en omega
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

A och O
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

alfa og omega
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of alpha and omega

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ALPHA AND OMEGA»

The term «alpha and omega» is quite widely used and occupies the 43.991 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about alpha and omega

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2 QUOTES WITH «ALPHA AND OMEGA»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word alpha and omega.
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Jessi Klein
I see an insidious problem in the marketing of weddings as 'the happiest day of your life.' The pressure that is placed upon this event to be the alpha and omega of your entire existence makes it, I think, into a kind of nuptial New Year's Eve, and we all know how that usually turns out.
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Pierre-Joseph Proudhon
I build no system. I ask an end to privilege, the abolition of slavery, equality of rights, and the reign of law. Justice, nothing else; that is the alpha and omega of my argument: to others I leave the business of governing the world.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ALPHA AND OMEGA»

Discover the use of alpha and omega in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to alpha and omega and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Alpha & Omega: A Companion Novella to Cry Wolf
Now, read the eSpecial, Alpha and Omega, the novella that inspired the new series, and see how it all began. Anna Latham never knew werewolves existed, until the night she survived a violent attack and became one herself.
Patricia Briggs, 2008
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Cry Wolf
Charles Cornick is his pack’s enforcer and lives a harsh life, doing jobs other wolves can’t - or won’t.
Patricia Briggs, 2009
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Alpha and Omega
He has seen she is not the Submissive she thinks she is. Charles is a supreme Alpha, and she is his antithesis, a rare Omega; her very presence lowers tension, calms and soothes.
Patricia Briggs, 2009
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Fair Game
When the FBI request a pack consultant on a serial killer case they're following in Boston, Anna and Charles are sent in.
Patricia Briggs, 2012
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Alpha and Omega
Kate, an Alpha wolf, and Humphrey, an Omega, return to their home in Canada after they are brought to a national park in Idaho.
Aaron Rosenberg, Chris Denk, 2010
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Alpha And Omega: The Search For The Beginning And The End Of ...
These will be among the greatest triumphs of science. This book tells that story and will reveal results of the most advanced experiments in cosmology ever conducted.
Charles Seife, 2011
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Alpha and Omega God
The book is about the Alpha and Omega God.
Mathewos T. Abera, 2012
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The True Alpha And Omega: Unmasking Spiritual Wickedness in ...
We encourage you to read this book if you are joining a fraternity or sorority, are a member of one, are a pastor, or have a loved one in one of these organizations. We desire for all to be free and blessed by this book.
Minister Jerrod Smith J D M DIV, Clifton Lucas, 2011
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Omega Mine
A bond forged in blood.
Aline Hunter, 2011
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Kate and Humphrey's Big Adventure: All about Wolves
In "Kate and Humphrey's Big Adventure," Kate, an Alpha wolf, and Humphrey, an Omega, must find their way home, while "All About Wolves" provides factual information about the animals and how they live.
Rebecca McCarthy, 2010

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ALPHA AND OMEGA»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term alpha and omega is used in the context of the following news items.
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Call upon Christ to be saved
As a Christian - Elohim, Emmanuel, the Alpha and Omega, the King of Kings - all names for our heavenly father - God has taught me lessons ... «Gloversville Leader-Herald, Jul 15»
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Zacks: Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Receives Average …
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor logo Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (NASDAQ:AOSL) has received a consensus broker rating score of ... «sleekmoney, Jul 15»
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Counter: Beer, BierBeisl and bone marrow
... his way through the fountains, sparklers, snakes, strobes and ground spinners that are the alpha and omega of a safe 'n' sane Fourth of July. «Los Angeles Times, Jul 15»
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Mere Fest '15
In addition, there will be an appearance from the Alpha and Omega Rally Team to show off their rally car, plus a variety of other stalls. «Diss Express, Jul 15»
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Silent Sermons: Stained-glass windows tell the story of Christ
An open Bible features the Greek letters Alpha and Omega, a reminder that Christ is the beginning and the end. A dove in front of a golden ... «Tyler Morning Telegraph, Jul 15»
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Mike Sielski column
For all the deserved laurels tossed at Gregg Popovich's feet, Duncan has been the alpha and omega of the San Antonio Spurs since his arrival. «GoErie.com, Jul 15»
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Waiting game plays to Hinkie's advantage
For all the deserved laurels tossed at Gregg Popovich's feet, Duncan has been the alpha and omega of the San Antonio Spurs since his arrival. «Philly.com, Jul 15»
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After making South Florida home, Venezuelans turning to politics
... leading up to his 2012 election: He had served two years on the City Council and is a pastor at the Alpha and Omega mega church. «Sun Sentinel, Jul 15»
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Analysts Anticipate Alpha and Omega Semiconductor to Post ($0.13 …
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor logo Shares of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (NASDAQ:AOSL) have been given an average broker rating score of 2.33 ... «Dakota Financial News, Jun 15»
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Company Shares of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited Rally …
Shares of Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (NASDAQ:AOSL) rose by 1.93% in the past week and 9.39% for the last 4 weeks. «The Daily Rover, Jun 15»

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