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unique
adjective
Radically distinctive and without equal
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juːˈniːk
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adjective
Radically distinctive and without equal
“He is alone in the field of microbiology”
adjective
(followed by ‘to’) applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
“A species unique to Australia”
adjective
The single one of its kind
“A singular example”
adjective
Highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
“Spoke with a unique accent”
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He is alone in the field of microbiology
This theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
Craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
Unparalleled athletic ability
A breakdown of law unparalleled in our history
A species unique to Australia
A singular example
The unique existing example of Donne's handwriting
A unique copy of an ancient manuscript
Certain types of problems have unique solutions
Spoke with a unique accent
Had unique ability in raising funds
A frankness unique in literature
A unique dining experience
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