master class

noun

: a seminar for advanced music students conducted by a master musician

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Bateman and Law, who also executive produce, were meant to be onscreen together, and every scene with them should be a master class for actors. Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 This year, in addition to film screenings, the festival includes master classes, industry panels, and networking events. Jonel Juste, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2025 On Thursday, Herzog will present his latest documentary, Ghost Elephants, out of competition in Venice and will hold a master class. Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025 The four-day event will feature master classes, fireside chats, panels, screenings of official film selections and performances leading up to the awards ceremony. Giana Levy, Variety, 20 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for master class

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of master class was in 1952

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“Master class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/master%20class. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.

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