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Word: Optimum
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
mid 19th century: from Latin, neuter (used as a noun) of optimus ‘best’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɒptɪməm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
most conducive to a favourable outcome; best
Short Definition:most conducive to favourable outcome
Examples:- the optimum childbearing age
Word: Optimum
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɒptɪməm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the most favourable situation or level for growth, reproduction, or success
Short Definition:most favourable situation or level
Examples:- the plant grows within a range of 68 and 78°F, the optimum being 74°
- the optimum must lie between these two values
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