Definitions for unique
yuˈnikunique

Princeton's WordNet(2.44 / 9 votes)Rate this definition:

1. alone(p), unique, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleled(adj)

   radically distinctive and without equal

   "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"

2. unique(p)(adj)

   (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality

   "a species unique to Australia"

3. singular, unique(adj)

   the single one of its kind

   "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"

4. unique(adj)

   highly unusual or rare but not the single instance

   "spoke with a unique accent"; "had unique ability in raising funds"; "a frankness unique in literature"; "a unique dining experience"

Wiktionary(2.67 / 3 votes)Rate this definition:

1. unique(Adjective)

   Being the only one of its kind; unequaled, unparalleled or unmatched.

   Etymology: From unique.

2. unique(Adjective)

   Of a feature, such that only one holder has it.

   Etymology: From unique.

3. unique(Adjective)

   (disputed) Of a rare quality.

   Etymology: From unique.

4. unique(Adjective)

   (disputed) Unusual.

   Etymology: From unique.

Webster Dictionary(4.50 / 4 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Unique(adj)

   being without a like or equal; unmatched; unequaled; unparalleled; single in kind or excellence; sole

2. Unique(noun)

   a thing without a like; something unequaled or unparalleled

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary(3.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition:

1. Unique

   ū-nēk′, adj. single or alone in any quality: without a like or equal.—adv. Unique′ly.—ns. Unique′ness; Uniq′uity. [Fr.,—L. unicus—unus.]

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Entomology(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Unique

   one only: unlike any other.

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2325

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Written Corpus Frequency: #4486

3. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Adjectives Frequency: #311

How to pronounce unique?

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   Alex

   US English

   

   Daniel

   British

   

   Karen

   Australian

   

   Veena

   Indian

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of unique in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of unique in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of unique in a Sentence

1. Aaron Franklin:

   I really can’t explain why the people wait in line for five or six hours, but it’s become this whole tailgating experience, people make mimosas and bloody marys. It’s bigger than the barbecue. I think it's just become a unique thing to the Austin community.

2. Conrad Vernon:

   Greg and I have always been a fan of the Addams Family in past versions, so when we set out to make this movie, we were excited to do something new, with that in mind, I drew from the brilliantly original Charles Addams New Yorker cartoons for the look of the film and decided to tell the story of how Gomez and Morticia meet, find their house and start their family. This unique approach is what drew me in to direct the film. The reimagining also extends to the stellar cast we’ve put together who will each bring their own spin to our film that will appeal to longtime fans of the Addams and introduce them to a new generation.

3. Darrell Issa:

   Unfortunately, loopholes in the program have allowed a small handful of employers to game the system to displace American workers, and crowd out others who legitimately need the limited slots ... to recruit individuals with unique skill sets not available here at home.

4. Daniel Meier:

   It's a unique flying machine which is safe enough to interact with. So you can touch it in flight; it's basically filled with helium which provides most of the uplift.

5. Chief Executive Dennis Muilenburg:

   On the 747 program, we decided to reduce future production expectations and revenue assumptions to account for current and anticipated weakness in the air cargo market, despite the ongoing challenges of the air cargo market, we continue to see the 747 as a unique and significant value creator for our customers over the long term.

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