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exclusive

[ɪkˈskluːsɪv]

exclusive Definition

  • 1excluding or not admitting other things; restricted or limited to the person, group, or area concerned
  • 2restricted to the person, group, or area concerned; single or sole

Using exclusive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exclusive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The club has an exclusive membership.

  • Example

    The hotel offers exclusive access to its private beach.

  • Example

    The company has an exclusive contract with the supplier.

  • Example

    The artist gave an exclusive interview to the magazine.

exclusive Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with exclusive

  • not including something

    Example

    The price is exclusive of tax.

  • the legal right to be the only one to use or sell a particular product or idea

    Example

    The company has exclusive rights to distribute the product in this region.

  • an agreement between two parties that restricts the involvement of others

    Example

    The two companies signed an exclusive deal to collaborate on the project.

Origins of exclusive

from Latin 'exclusivus', meaning 'shut out'

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Summary: exclusive in Brief

The term 'exclusive' [ɪkˈskluːsɪv] refers to something that is restricted or limited to a particular person, group, or area. It can denote sole ownership or access, as in 'The club has an exclusive membership,' or 'The hotel offers exclusive access to its private beach.' 'Exclusive' can also refer to a legal right, as in 'The company has exclusive rights to distribute the product in this region.'

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