limited edition

noun

: an issue of something collectible (such as books, prints, or medals) that is advertised to be limited to a relatively small number of copies

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In June, Coors Light debuted its limited edition Tallerboy canister, designed to hold and chill three full Coors Light cans at once. Mike Snider, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 In 1985, Dior issued a limited edition bracelet meant to house their famous Poison perfume, a thick, hollow noodle finished with resin stoppers that could be filled with the scent. Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026 Special badges and colors let everyone know your Slingshot is a limited edition. William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 If you're really set on maximizing your commitment to the classic Xbox design aesthetic, earlier this week, Microsoft started taking preorders for the limited edition of its translucent and green Xbox Series X, the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition. Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for limited edition

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of limited edition was in 1818

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“Limited edition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limited%20edition. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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