Meaning of ONLY in English

Use in sentences of ONLY

Meaning of ONLY in English

• One alone; single; as, the only man present; his only occupation.
• Alone in its class; by itself; not associated with others of the same class or kind; as, an only child.
• Hence, figuratively: Alone, by reason of superiority; preeminent; chief.
• In one manner or degree; for one purpose alone; simply; merely; barely.
• So and no otherwise; no other than; exclusively; solely; wholly.
• Singly; without more; as, only-begotten.
• Above all others; particularly.
• Save or except (that); -- an adversative used elliptically with or without that, and properly introducing a single fact or consideration.

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