nonesuch

English

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Etymology

none +‎ such. First attested in 1590.[1]

Noun

nonesuch (plural nonesuches)

  1. A person or thing with no equal.
    Synonyms: ideal, paragon, nonpareil
  2. Lychnis chalcedonica
    Synonyms: burning love, dusky salmon

References

  1. ↑ The Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper Article

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