or

/ˈɔː/

/ˈɔɹ/, /ɝ/

used to connect alternatives or introduce another possibility

a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations

a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific

Examples

1. Come rain or shine.

2. Harassment or bullying is unacceptable behavior in the workplace.

3. Formal education typically takes place in schools or universities.

4. Turkish baths, or hammams, are an important part of Turkish culture.