lone
Translation
sole, single, solitary
Examples
A lone figure walked across the field.
A lone figure walked across the field.
She was the lone survivor of the crash.
She was the lone survivor of the crash.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) lone ((noun)) used before a noun to mean single or solitary. A lone tree stood on the hill.
Similar Words
Synonyms: solitary, single, sole; Antonyms: accompanied, together
Etymology
From Middle English, a shortening of 'alone'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'a lone wolf', which refers to a person who acts independently.