only

//ˈoʊnli//
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Adjective

1

Being the single one or the sole example; alone of a kind.

She is the only child in her family.

2

Most suitable, appropriate, or desirable; best.

She is the only person for this job.

Adverb

1

No more than; merely; just.

It only costs five dollars.

2

Exclusively; solely; and no one or nothing else.

This offer is only for members.

3

As recently as; not longer ago than.

I saw her only yesterday.

Conjunction

1

But; however; except that.

I'd like to go, only I have to work.