Related Words

Alternative Splicing: Different ways of combining a gene's exons to make variants of the complete protein

Alternative Order: Used in context of general equities. Order giving a broker a choice between two courses of action, either to buy or sell, never both. Execution of one course automatically eliminates the oth . . . View Full Definition

Alternative Mortgage Instruments: Variations of mortgage instruments such as adjustable-rate and variable-rate mortgages, graduated-payment mortgages, reverse-annuity mortgages, and several seldom-used variations.

Alternative Worksite: Any location other than the employer’s physical worksite where employees are allowed to perform their jobs.

Complementary And Alternative Medicine (CAM): Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) incorporates a large group of healthcare practices and treatments that are considered outside of or supplemental to the scope of conventional med . . . View Full Definition

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT): The alternative minimum tax (AMT) was designed to ensure that all taxpayers pay at least the minimum federal income tax for their income level, no matter how many deductions or credits they . . . View Full Definition

Alternative Medicine: Practices used instead of standard medical treatments. Alternative medicine is distinct from complementary medicine which is meant to accompany, not to replace, standard medical practices. A . . . View Full Definition

Alternative Assessment: Nontraditional procedures and techniques used within the framework of instructional programs to evaluate a student’s educational achievement.

Alternative Agriculture: A systematic approach to farming intended to reduce agricultural pollution, enhance sustainability, and improve efficiency and profitability. Overall, alternative agriculture emphasizes mana . . . View Full Definition

Alternative Birthing Center: A facility offering a 'non-traditional' ('not like a hospital') setting for giving birth. While alternative birthing centers can range from free-standing centers to special areas within hosp . . . View Full Definition