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singular

The correct spelling is singular.

How to pronounce singular

/ˈsɪŋɡjʊlə/
noun

IPA: /ˈsɪŋɡjʊlə/

Say it like: Sin-gul-ar

The correct spelling is singular. (grammar) A form of a word that refers to only one person or thing. For example: "A singular experiment cannot be regarded as scientific proof of the existence of a phenomenon."

Usage Examples

A singular experiment cannot be regarded as scientific proof of the existence of a phenomenon.

She has a singular personality.

a man of singular gravity or attainments

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(grammar) A form of a word that refers to only one person or thing.
  2. 2.That which is not general; a specific determinate instance.

adjective

  1. 1.Being only one of a larger population.
  2. 2.Being the only one of the kind; unique.
  3. 3.Distinguished by superiority: peerless, unmatched, eminent, exceptional, extraordinary.
  4. 4.Out of the ordinary; curious.
  5. 5.(grammar) Referring to only one thing or person.

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