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single vs only

only vs single

single is a noun but only is not a noun.

single and only both are adjectives.

single is a verb but only is not a verb.

single is not an adverb while only is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
single Yes Yes Yes No
only No Yes No Yes
single (noun) only (noun)
a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
single (adjective) only (adjective)
being or characteristic of a single thing or person exclusive of anyone or anything else
not married or related to the unmarried state being the only one; single and isolated from others
used of flowers having usually only one row or whorl of petals
existing alone or consisting of one entity or part or aspect or individual
not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective
having uniform application
characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing
single (verb) only (verb)
hit a single
single (adverb) only (adverb)
with nevertheless the final result
without any others being included or involved
and nothing more
never except when
in the final outcome
as recently as
except that
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