global

glob·al

adj \ˈglō-bəl\

Definition of GLOBAL

1

: spherical

2

: of, relating to, or involving the entire world : worldwide <a global system of communication>; also : of or relating to a celestial body (as the moon)

3

: of, relating to, or applying to a whole (as a mathematical function or a computer program) : universal <a global search of a file>

— glob·al·ly \ˈglō-bə-lē\ adverb

Examples of GLOBAL

1. English is becoming a global language.
2. The program allows users to do global searches through all the available data.

First Known Use of GLOBAL

1640

Related to GLOBAL

Synonyms: across-the-board, blanket, broad-brush, common, generic, general, overall, universal

Antonyms: individual, particular

Related Words: all-embracing, broad, broad-gauge (or broad-gauged), broadscale, comprehensive, extensive, inclusionary, overarching, pervasive, sweeping, ubiquitous, wholesale, wide, widespread; aggregate, collective, complete, full, plenary; planetary, worldwide

Near Antonyms: component, constituent; cross-sectional, divisional, fragmentary, partial; local, localized, regional, sectional

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