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conjunction/ˈəʊnli/
/ˈəʊnli/
(informal)- except that; but
- I'd love to come, only I have to work.
- It tastes like chicken, only stronger.
Word OriginOld English ānlic (adjective) (see one, -ly).Definitions on the go
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