CLASSICS | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Classic

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

early 17th century: from French classique or Latin classicus ‘belonging to a class or division’, later ‘of the highest class’, from classis (see class)

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

a work of art of recognized and established value

Short Definition:

established work of art

Examples:
  • his books have become classics
Definition:

a subject at school or university which involves the study of ancient Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and history

Short Definition:

study of ancient Greek and Latin

Examples:
  • an honours degree in Classics
Definition:

a major sports tournament or competition, especially in golf or tennis

Short Definition:

major sports competition

Examples:
  • the Australian Classic

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