Meaning & use
singular
In grammar, referring to one person or thing rather than more than one.
See it in a sentence
The word 'leaf' is a singular noun.
Change the plural word 'children' to its singular form, 'child.'
A note on using this word
In grammar, singular contrasts with plural. In phrases such as 'singular talent,' it instead means unusual or remarkable.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Unusual or remarkable enough to stand apart from others.
The performance revealed a singular talent for storytelling.
3. noun
The grammatical form used for one person or thing.
Write the singular of 'boxes' beside the picture.
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