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single; alone; simple; only; thin; odd; bill
Meanings
8 senses · 19 examplesadjective
single; alone; solitary; only one
Describes something that is not paired or accompanied.
He has been single for a long time.
This is a single room.
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Unilateral trade is not conducive to economic development.
adjective
simple; plain; uncomplicated
Used to describe methods, lifestyles, or structures that are not complex.
The structure of this machine is very simple.
He leads a simple life.
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Please explain it using simple words.
adverb
only; merely; just; simply
Indicates that something is limited to what is stated.
Relying on memory alone is not enough for this matter.
He doesn't only speak English.
adjective
thin; weak; thin and light (clothing)
Describes clothing that is too thin for the weather, or materials that are thin.
It's too cold today; you'll catch a cold wearing something so thin.
His physique is very frail.
noun
bill; list; sheet; slip of paper
Refers to documents like receipts, lists, or bills.
Please issue me a receipt.
The menu is here.
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This is your deposit slip.
numeral
odd (number, not even)
Used in mathematics or counting to describe numbers not divisible by 2.
Odd-numbered pages are on the right.
Three, five, and seven are all odd numbers.
measure word
measure word for one of a pair (used in colloquial speech)
informalInformal measure word often used for items that come in pairs, like shoes or hands.
I bought a single glove.
There's only one shoe left.
adjective
single (not married); unaccompanied
Describes marital status or social state of being alone.
He's still single up to now.
single-parent family