CLASSICAL | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word CLASSICAL in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of CLASSICAL with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Classical

Speech Type: Adjective

Etymology:

mid 16th century: from Latin classicus ‘belonging to a class’ (see classic) + -al

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈklasɪkl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

relating to ancient Greek or Latin literature, art, or culture

Short Definition:

relating to ancient Greece or Rome

Examples:
  • classical mythology
  • classical Latin
Definition:

representing an exemplary standard within a traditional and long-established form or style

Short Definition:

traditional and long-established

Examples:
  • classical ballet

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