Definition of phantom
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: something apparent to sense but with no substantial existence : apparition
b
: something elusive or visionary
c
: an object of continual dread or abhorrence
the phantom of disease and want
2
: something existing in appearance only
3
: a representation of something abstract, ideal, or incorporeal
she was a phantom of delight— William Wordsworth
phantom
adjectiveDefinition of phantom (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of the nature of, suggesting, or being a phantom : illusory
2
: fictitious, dummy
phantom voters
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The first known use of phantom was in the 14th century
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