: being of the highest caliber in the world
a world-class athlete

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The French Lick Springs Hotel and casino offers plenty of entertainment options, as well as a world-class spa. The Indianapolis Star, 12 Mar. 2024 After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po, the Dragon Warrior (Black), is called upon by destiny to … give it a rest already. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 10 Mar. 2024 Skiers enjoy world-class powder without the crowds and lift lines, and the ski season goes all the way into May. Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2024 The country boasts world-class hackers, many employed by the Chinese military and other state institutions. Associated Press, Quartz, 8 Mar. 2024 The audio/video experts supply the Southwest’s finest collection of world-class components and are proud to feature products designed and manufactured in the United States and Europe. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024 But perhaps an even more significant achievement has been her work to press world-class museums to reconsider their classifications. Constant Méheut, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024 Just 30 minutes from the airport is nearby Mactan Island, known for world-class snorkeling, whale shark sightings, and more ocean splendor. Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2024 The Orion Amphitheater, a world-class music venue and live entertainment destination, opened in the summer of 2022. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of world-class was in 1939

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“World-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-class. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

world-class

adjective
: being of the highest degree of excellence in the world
a world-class athlete
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