rarity
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rar·i·ty

noun \ˈrer-ə-tē\
plural rar·i·ties

Definition of RARITY

1
: the quality, state, or fact of being rare
2
: one that is rare

Examples of RARITY

  1. In most sports, athletes over the age of 50 are rarities.
  2. Snow is a rarity in this part of the world.
  3. He is selling most of his collection, keeping only the real rarities.
  4. The rarity of the disease makes it difficult to diagnose.

First Known Use of RARITY

1542

Rhymes with RARITY

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