Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-one-and-only

phrase
/ðə ˈwʌn ənd ˈoʊnli/
Definition
Used to emphasize the uniqueness or singularity of a person or thing.
Examples
  • She is the one and only queen of the music industry.
  • He’s the one and only expert in this field.
  • For me, chocolate cake is the one and only dessert worth having.
Meaning
This phrase signifies that there is no other like the person or thing being referred to; it highlights their distinctiveness.
Synonyms
  • unique
  • singular
  • incomparable