Meaning of alone in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈloʊn/

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1. Adverb

   alone

   Definitions

   1. without any others being included or involved

   Examples

   • « was entirely to blame »
   • « a school devoted entirely to the needs of problem children »
   • « he works for Mr. Smith exclusively »
   • « did it solely for money »
   • « the burden of proof rests on the prosecution alone »
   • « a »
2. 2. without anybody else

   Examples

   • « the child stayed home alone »
   • « he flew solo »