alas
interjectionDefinition of alas
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used to express unhappiness, pity, or concern Life, alas, is too short.
Alas
abbreviationDefinition of Alas (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of alas was in the 13th century
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