Meaning of the word alternately in English

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alternately

US /ɑːlˈtɝː.nət.li/
UK /ɒlˈtɜː.nət.li/

Adverb

1.

in a way that involves two things happening or being available one after the other

Example:
The road was alternately wet and dry.
He alternately praised and criticized her work.
2.

as another option or possibility

Example:
You can take the bus, or alternately, you can walk.
We could meet at the cafe, or alternately, at my office.