Meaning & Definition of Once in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: One time; on one occasion.

  Example Sentence: She visited Paris once.

• Definition: At some indefinite or unspecified time.

  Example Sentence: Once I finish my work, we can go out.

• Definition: As soon as; when.

  Example Sentence: Once you arrive, we'll start the meeting.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'ānce,' from 'ān' meaning ‘one’.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• once in a while: Occasionally.
• once upon a time: A phrase used to begin a story, indicating a time long ago.
• once and for all: Finally; decisively.

Translations

• Spanish: una vez

• French: une fois

• German: einmal

• Russian: один раз

Related Words

• onetime: Happening only once.

• once-over: A quick or cursory examination.

Slang Meanings of once

• Meaning: To put something on hold.

  Example Sentence: I once'd that idea until I had more information.

• Meaning: To do something once and not repeat it.

  Example Sentence: I once'd that concert; it was great but I won't go again.