Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
single-out
verb
/ˈsɪŋɡl aʊt/
Definition
To choose or identify someone or something as distinct from a group.
Examples
- During the meeting, the manager chose to single out John for his outstanding performance.
- She didn’t mean to single out her friend, but they were the only one who could help.
Meaning
When you single out someone, you are highlighting them for a specific reason, often because they stand out in some way.
Synonyms
- distinguish
- select
- highlight
- identify
