/ juˈniːk; NAmE / adjective
1.
being the only one of its kind :
Everyone's fingerprints are unique.
HELP NOTE : You can use absolutely , totally or almost with unique in this meaning.
2.
very special or unusual :
a unique talent
The preview offers a unique opportunity to see the show without the crowds.
The deal will put the company in a unique position to export goods to Eastern Europe.
HELP NOTE : You can use more , very , etc. with unique in this meaning.
3.
unique (to sb/sth) belonging to or connected with one particular person, place or thing :
an atmosphere that is unique to New York
The koala is unique to Australia.
► unique·ly adverb :
Her past experience made her uniquely suited to lead the campaign.
The UK, uniquely, has not had to face the problem of mass unemployment.
He was a uniquely gifted teacher.
► unique·ness noun [ U ]:
The author stresses the uniqueness of the individual.
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WORD ORIGIN
early 17th cent.: from French , from Latin unicus , from unus one.