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globe

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noun \ˈglōb\

Definition of GLOBE

: something spherical or rounded: as a : a spherical representation of the earth, a celestial body, or the heavens b : earth 4 c : orb 5

Examples of GLOBE

  1. She has a globe in her office.
  2. His fame has spread around the globe.
  3. The tree was decorated with colorful glass globes.

Origin of GLOBE

Middle French, from Latin globus
First Known Use: 15th century

Rhymes with GLOBE

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