megaproject

noun

mega·​proj·​ect ˈme-gə-ˌprä-ˌjekt How to pronounce megaproject (audio)
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also -ˌprō-
: a major project or undertaking (as in business or construction)

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Davie, a town still known for its rural charm and equestrian culture, has embraced a cosmopolitan five-tower megaproject that will add close to 1,300 rental apartments along with shops and restaurants to a key corner along busy State Road 7. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 As the country pours money into tourism megaprojects, obstacles remain. — Lev Akabas, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026 Cairo and Beijing are expanding a sweeping partnership — from BRICS membership and Belt and Road megaprojects to new military exercises — as Egypt seeks economic lifelines and strategic leverage beyond Washington. — Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 Modular plants challenge ammonia megaprojects Traditional ammonia production has typically relied on large, capital-intensive plants. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for megaproject

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of megaproject was in 1976

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“Megaproject.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/megaproject. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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