Meaning of i in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /aɪ/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    i

    Definitions

    1. used of a single unit or thing

    Examples

    • « not two or more »
    • « 'ane' is Scottish »

    Synonyms

  2. Noun

    I

    Definitions

    1. a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens

    Examples

    • « used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes »
    • « occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks) »

    Derived terms

  3. 2. the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number

    Examples

    • « he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it »
    • « they had lunch at one »
  4. 3. the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet

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