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unique · adjective

/jʊˈniːk/Full view

unique (DIFFERENT)

B2 different from everyone and everything else

Dictionary example:

Everyone's fingerprints are unique.

Learner example:

Every book is unique because every writer is unique, with his own style and his own character. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

unique (SPECIAL)

B2 unusual and special

Dictionary example:

Do not miss this unique opportunity to buy all six pans at half the recommended price.

Learner example:

First of all, I would like to tell you that I really enjoyed my stay and it was a unique experience for me. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

be unique to sb/sth

C1 to exist in only one place, or be connected with only one person or thing

Dictionary example:

It's a method of education that is unique to this school.

Learner example:

I strongly believe that every country needs its local shops with products that are unique to the particular country, not only because it is very good for local development but also because this way the world will stay colorful and interesting. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Czech)