Solo

/ˈsoʊloʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A performance or piece of music performed by a single musician.

The violinist's solo captivated the audience.

An act of doing something alone, without companions.

He decided to take a solo hike in the mountains for some peace.

verb

To perform alone or to do something without assistance.

He chose to solo through the challenging course without his teammates.

adjective

Performed alone or unaccompanied.

She gave a stunning solo performance at the concert.

Italian, from Latin 'solus' meaning 'alone'.

go solo

To do something independently, without assistance.

solo act

A performance or act performed by one individual.

solo flight

An independent journey or action, particularly in aviation.

solitary

Existing or living alone; lacking companionship.

solitude

The state of being alone, often by choice.

solosinger

A singer who performs alone.

Doing something by yourself.

He went out to eat solo.

To act independently in a situation.

She decided to go solo on the project instead of collaborating.