solo
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Definition & Meaning of "solo"in English

solo
01

without the presence or assistance of others 

solo definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Examples
She decided to tackle the difficult task solo, without seeking help from her colleagues. 
Solo
01

a flight in which the aircraft pilot operates the plane alone, without any other passengers or crew on board 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
solos
Examples
The student pilot was nervous but excited about his solo in the small aircraft. 
02

a musical piece written for one singer or instrument 

What is a "solo"?

A solo is a musical performance by a single person, either on an instrument or through singing. It highlights the individual performer’s skill and artistry, allowing them to take the spotlight and showcase their talent. Solos are often featured in various musical settings, including concerts, recitals, and recordings, and can be part of a larger composition or a standalone piece. The term emphasizes the focus on one performer rather than a group or ensemble.

Examples
The pianist played a beautiful solo during the concert. 
to solo
01

to perform a musical piece or passage alone 

Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
solo
3rd person singular
solos
Present participle
soloing
Past simple
solood
Past participle
solood
Examples
She solos on the piano, captivating the audience with her expressive performance. 
02

to fly an aircraft alone, without any other passengers, crew, or instructor 

Examples
After weeks of preparation, she finally soloed in the training aircraft. 
03

to do a climb alone, without any partners or assistance 

Examples
She decided to solo the challenging route, relying solely on her skills and equipment. She decided to solo the challenging route, relying solely on her skills and equipment. 
01

done or created by just one musician, rather than by a group or ensemble 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The solo performance by the pianist captivated the audience with its haunting melody. 
02

carried out alone, without any assistance or accompaniment 

Examples
He embarked on a solo hike through the mountains, relying only on his skills and preparation. 
03

(in baseball) referring to a home run hit by a batter with no other runners on base, resulting in one run being scored 

Examples
The slugger hit a solo home run in the bottom of the ninth to tie the game. 
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