single

[ˈsɪŋɡl]

single Definition

• 1. only one; not one of several
• 2. unmarried or not involved in a romantic relationship
• 3. a music release consisting of only one track

Using single: Examples

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

• Example

  I live in a single room apartment.

• Example

  She is a single mother with two kids.

• Example

  He released a single from his upcoming album.

• Example

  I am currently single and not looking for a relationship.

single Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for single

• individual
• unmarried
• available
• celibate
• record
• track
• sole

Antonyms for single

• married
• taken
• together
• multiple
• album

Phrases with single

• single out

  to choose or select someone or something from among others

  Example

  The teacher singled out the best student for praise.

• single-handed

  done by one person without help from others

  Example

  He single-handedly built the entire house.

• single file

  a line of people or things arranged one behind the other

  Example

  The students walked in single file to the classroom.

Origins of single

from Old French 'sengle', meaning 'alone'

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Summary: single in Brief

The term 'single' [ˈsɪŋɡl] refers to something that is alone or not part of a group, such as a single room apartment or a single track music release. It can also describe someone who is not married or in a romantic relationship. Phrases like 'single out' and 'single file' denote selecting or arranging things one by one.