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- US Pronunciation
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- [ey wuhn]
- /eɪ wʌn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ey wuhn]
- /eɪ wʌn/
Definitions of a one words
- noun a one first-class; first-rate; superior 3
- adjective a one noting a vessel regarded by a shipping-classification society as being equipped to the highest standard and with equipment maintained in first-class condition. 1
- adjective a one Also, A number one. Informal. first-class; excellent; superior: The meals there are A one. 1
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Origin of a one
First appearance:
before 1830 One of the 36% newest English words
First recorded in 1830-40
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Parts of speech for A one
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
a one popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 54% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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a one usage trend in Literature
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adj a one
- tops — pertaining to, situated at, or forming the top; highest; uppermost; upper: the top shelf.