noun
one meaning; single sense
Formal use for a single meaning or definition of a word, phrase, or concept. In everyday language, 一つの意味 is usually more transparent.
専門用語には、できるだけ明確な一義を与える必要がある。
Technical terms need to be given as clear a single meaning as possible.
noun
primary importance; primary significance; primary consideration
Stiff written-style noun meaning the chief significance, purpose, or consideration of something; close in feel to 第一義.
この制度の一義は、利用者の安全を守ることにある。
The primary purpose of this system is to protect users' safety.
noun
a reason; a truth; a principle
Rare abstract use of 義 as 'reason,' 'principle,' or 'truth.' It is mainly encountered in formal, scholarly, or older-style discussion rather than ordinary conversation.
古い注釈では、「一義」を一つの道理や真理という意味で用いることがある。
In old commentaries, 一義 is sometimes used to mean a single principle or truth.
The adjective/adverbial form meaning 'unambiguous' or 'primary'; it is more common in phrases such as 一義的に決まる.
Contrasts with the 'one meaning' sense of 一義; 多義 means having multiple meanings or senses.
A Sino-Japanese compound written with 一, 'one,' and 義, 'meaning, principle, significance.' This component explanation reflects the written form; the exact historical development is not specified.