single-direction
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B2
/ˈsɪŋɡəl dɪˈrɛkʃən/
one-way movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-direction' originates from the combination of 'single,' meaning 'one,' and 'direction,' meaning 'a course along which someone or something moves.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'single-direction' evolved from the need to describe systems or paths that operate in only one direction, particularly in traffic and technology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one path or course,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
moving or operating in only one direction.
The road is single-direction, so you can't turn back.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45