Definition

Being the only one; not shared with others.

Example

She was the sole winner of the competition.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new exhibit at the museum?

Yeah, I heard it's the sole one featuring local artists this month.

I think it's great that they’re promoting local talent.

Absolutely! I love when they give a platform to the sole creators in our community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of flatfish that lives in the sea and is often eaten as food. It has a flat body and is usually found on the ocean floor.

Example

We ordered sole for dinner at the seafood restaurant.

Conversation

Have you ever tried sole at that new seafood restaurant?

Yes, I had it last week, and it was amazing!

I want to try making sole at home this weekend.

Definition

To attach or provide a bottom part to a shoe or boot, or to place the bottom of a golf club on the ground before hitting the ball.

Example

He decided to sole his old shoes instead of buying new ones.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to sole my old running shoes before the marathon.

Good idea! It’s important to have them in good shape.

Yeah, I hope I can find a nice pair of soles to use.

Root Explanation

**Sole** → The word 'sole' originates from the Latin 'sola' (meaning alone or single). It refers to something that is singular or one, such as the bottom of a shoe or the only one of its kind.

Memory Tip

Think of 'alone' or 'single' — that's why 'sole' refers to something that is one or the bottom part of a shoe.

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