singly

[ sing-glee ]

adverb

1. apart from others; separately.
2. one at a time; as single units.
3. singlehanded; alone.

singly

/ ˈsɪŋɡlɪ /

adverb

1. one at a time; one by one
2. apart from others; separately; alone

Word History and Origins

Origin of singly¹

First recorded in 1250–1300, singly is from the Middle English word senglely. See single, -ly

Example Sentences

But change fees will be eliminated for passengers in the other three groups, who will also be able to buy extras such as seat selection and bringing a carry-on bag in bundles instead of singly.

From Seattle Times

Whether given singly or in combination, the drugs caused their testosterone to plummet.

From Science Daily

He does a fine job in the spotlight singly making the film an emotional journey for audiences and not just about gratuitous violence.

From Washington Times

At dusk, hundreds of wild parrots, some in large flocks, some singly or in pairs, approach from all directions, squawking loudly and circling overhead before settling on a variety of roosts.

From National Geographic

Slide, the singly named protagonist and narrator of Eskor David Johnson’s “Pay as You Go,” launches into an amusing litany of complaints about his crummy apartment before the first page of this strange, beguiling debut novel is turned.

From Seattle Times