unique to — belonging or relating exclusively to a particular person, place, or thing; found nowhere else
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: belonging or relating exclusively to a particular person, place, or thing; found nowhere else
Pronunciation (IPA): /juˈnik tu/
Example Sentences
- Koalas are unique to Australia, so you won't find them wandering around in Seoul.
- My grandmother's kimchi recipe is unique to our family, and no one else can replicate it.
- A weird habit unique to my roommate is talking to his houseplants every morning like they're his coworkers.
unique to
ADJECTIVE[/juˈnik tu/]
belonging or relating exclusively to a particular person, place, or thing; found nowhere else
The kiwi bird is unique to New Zealand and lives nowhere else on Earth.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'unique' derives from Latin 'unicus', meaning 'one and only' or 'sole'. The prefix 'uni-' means 'one', while the suffix '-icus' is a Latin adjectival ending. The preposition 'to' functions as a relational marker indicating that the unique quality belongs exclusively to or is found only in a specified entity.
Breakdown
uni- (one) + -icus (Latin adjectival suffix) = unique (one of a kind); + to (preposition indicating exclusive association or possession).
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📝Examples
“Koalas are unique to Australia, so you won't find them wandering around in Seoul.”
“My grandmother's kimchi recipe is unique to our family, and no one else can replicate it.”
“A weird habit unique to my roommate is talking to his houseplants every morning like they're his coworkers.”
“This genetic mutation is unique to a small population living in the remote valley.”
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