Example: She bought the single from her favorite band yesterday.
Definition
"The single" in music refers to a song released separately from an album, often to promote the artist or upcoming album. It is typically one track made available for purchase or airplay, distinct from the full collection of songs in an album.
The term "the single" comes from the practice of releasing one standalone song on a physical or digital medium, such as a 45 RPM vinyl record or a digital download. Originally, singles were distinct from albums, highlighting one track as a primary focus for listeners and radio play.
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"The single" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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