/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/
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Meaning
One person, seen on their own and not as part of a group.
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Word origin
From Latin individuus, meaning that cannot be divided, from in- (not) and dividere (to divide).
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- individuus
- English cognates
- divide, division
Grammar
Examples
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"Individual" is a slightly formal word for one person.
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In news and police talk, "individuals" simply means people.
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"Individual" can also describe something given to each person separately.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 23, lesson 4: individual, knight, operate and 7 more words.