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nonceMain Entry: 1nonce Pronunciation: \ˈnän(t)s\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English nanes, alteration (from misdivision of then anes in such phrases as to then anes for the one purpose) of anes one purpose, irregular from an, on one — more at one Date: 13th century 1 : the one, particular, or present occasion, purpose, or use <for the nonce>
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