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A-list

noun
\ ˈā-ˌlist \

Definition of A-list

: a list or group of individuals of the highest level of society, excellence, or eminence
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A-list adjective
A-list movies A-list celebrities
A-lister \ ˈā-​ˌli-​stər \ noun
Hollywood A-listers

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1935, in the meaning defined above

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A-list

noun

English Language Learners Definition of A-list

: a list or group of people who are very well-known or respected

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