classic

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NGSL Rank: 1872
classic
ˈklasɪk Listen
Meanings
adjective
  • judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
    E.g. a classic novel
  • very typical of its kind.
    E.g. Hamlet is the classic example of a tragedy
noun
  • a work of art of recognized and established value.
    E.g. his books have become classics
  • a subject at school or university which involves the study of ancient Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and history.
    E.g. an honours degree in Classics
  • a major sports tournament or competition, especially in golf or tennis.
    E.g. the Australian Classic

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