Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
one-and-the-same
idiomatic expression
/ˌwʌn ənd ðə seɪm/
Definition
Referring to two or more things that are identical or indistinguishable.
Examples
- Although they seem different, their opinions are one-and-the-same.
- When it comes to friendship and loyalty, his actions and words are one-and-the-same.
Meaning
The phrase ‘one-and-the-same’ emphasizes that there is no difference between two items or concepts.
Synonyms
- identical
- equal
- the same
- alike
