Synonyms of one-mannext
: of or relating to just one individual: such as
a
: consisting of only one individual
a one-man committee
b(1)
: done, presented, or produced by only one individual
a one-man job
a one-man show/play
(2)
: featuring the work of a single artist (such as a painter)
a one-man show of oils
c
: designed for or limited to one individual

Examples of one-man in a Sentence

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The song marks the first visit for Jennie – including as a member of Blackpink, which has yet to reach the list – and the second for Tame Impala, the one-man group which now is centered around lead vocalist, producer and songwriter Kevin Parker. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 In his autobiography and in a one-man show, Lithgow has credited Long Wharf for starting his professional acting career. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026 That’s when a floating MJ realizes that there is a certain multi-hyphenated, one-man-band talent out of the City of Lakes who poses a serious threat to his goal of global supremacy. Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 7 June 2026 Rhys also is hoping to bring his one-man Richard Burton show to New York City next year. Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for one-man

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of one-man was in 1842

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“One-man.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-man. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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