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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
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A-lister

play \ˈā-ˌli-stər\ noun
    • Hollywood A-listers

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First Known Use of a-list

1935

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A-list

noun

Definition of A-list for English Language Learners

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

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