deluxe

adjective

de·​luxe di-ˈləks How to pronounce deluxe (audio)
dē-,
 also  -ˈlu̇ks,
-ˈlüks
: notably luxurious, elegant, or expensive
a deluxe edition
deluxe hotels

Examples of deluxe in a Sentence

the deluxe model of the car The deluxe edition of the book includes many more illustrations.
Recent Examples on the Web This space would be ideal for a live-in staff member, or for an extended family member, guests or as a deluxe work-from-home office space. James McClain, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024 It’s housed by the R&B star’s Lana, a forthcoming deluxe version of her chart-topping LP SOS. Lars Brandle, Billboard, 1 Mar. 2024 The comment was originally left on a video that showed the star holding copies of the deluxe vinyl edition of his new album, which is set for release on March 15. Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024 The deluxe edition of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, which comes with a handful of in-game items, is also on sale for the PS5 for $44.99 (half off). Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 27 Feb. 2024 The new track will likely appear on Lana, SZA’s deluxe version of SOS. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2024 The 51 accommodations here range from deluxe rooms and cottages to penthouses, and the property is also home to Bimini Seafood Company & Conch Bar, Neal Watson’s Bimini Scuba Center, and a full-service marina, which boasts 75 slips that can accommodate boats up to 140 feet. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 2024 Dolly Parton rang in her 78th birthday on Friday by sharing a musical gift with her fans: new songs with the release of her deluxe album. Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 19 Jan. 2024 Michael Romanowski won best immersive audio album for a deluxe edition of Alicia Keys’ 2004 album The Diary of Alicia Keys. Paul Grein, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

French de luxe, literally, of luxury

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of deluxe was in 1819

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

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deluxe

adjective
de·​luxe di-ˈlu̇ks How to pronounce deluxe (audio)
-ˈləks,
-ˈlüks
: very luxurious or elegant
a deluxe edition

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