unilingual
|u-ni-lin-gual|
C1
/ˌjuːnɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/
one language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unilingual' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unus' meaning 'one' and 'lingua' meaning 'language'.
Historical Evolution
'unus' and 'lingua' combined to form the modern English word 'unilingual'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to one language', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
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Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
speaking or using only one language.
The unilingual speaker found it challenging to communicate in a foreign country.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41