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Individual

A single person or entity.

person individual being

An individual is a single person or entity considered separately from others.

Etymology

From Old French individual, literally 'indivisible,' from Latin individuum, 'a single, undivided thing.'

Explain Like I’m 5

An individual is just a fancy word for one person, like you or me.

FAQ

What does 'individual' mean? It refers to a single person or entity
Is an individual the same as a 'person'? Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably
Can an organization be an individual? No, it refers to a single person

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

person entity

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

citizen person human being

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

group population

Indexes

human physical entity

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