Single

/ˈsɪŋɡəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A thing that is regarded as solitary or unique.

He scored a single in his first at-bat during the game.

A song that is released separately from an album.

The artist's latest single is already climbing the charts.

A person who is not in a romantic relationship.

As a single, she often attended events alone.

verb

To select or isolate one from a group.

The teacher decided to single out the top student for special recognition.

adjective

Only one; not one of several.

I would like a single ticket to the concert.

Solo; not accompanied by others.

She decided to take a single trip to Europe to focus on her art.

Individual; distinct or unique.

He was the single recipient of the award this year.

From Middle English 'sengl', from Old French 'singulier', from Latin 'singularis'.

single out:

To choose or select one person or thing from a group.

single file:

A line of people or things arranged one behind another.

single-minded:

Focused on one goal or ambition.

To be unmarried or unattached in a romantic context.

He's still single and enjoying life.

A term used in dating culture to denote being on the market.

She updated her profile to say she is single and ready to mingle.