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world-class

adjective \ ˈwərl(d)-ˈklas \

Definition of world-class

: being of the highest caliber in the world
  • a world-class athlete

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First Known Use of world-class

1939

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world-class

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Definition of world-class for English Language Learners

  • : among the best in the world

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