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singleton

/ˈsɪŋɡəltən/ noun · British & US
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What does singleton mean?

noun

A single instance of a class of objects, or a person or thing that is unique or one-of-a-kind. In programming, a design pattern that ensures a class has only one instance.

Example

"The company's new product is a singleton, making it difficult to replicate or replace."

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