or

US /ɔːr/
UK /ɔːr/
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1.

used to link alternatives

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Do you want tea or coffee?
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You can pay now or later.
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2.

introducing a rephrasing or a synonym

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The capital of France, or Paris, is a beautiful city.
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He suffers from arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders.
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3.

used to introduce a consequence or result if the preceding statement is not true

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Hurry up, or you'll be late!
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Study hard, or you won't pass the exam.
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