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classic

Definition

  • noun: something that has been considered to be excellent for a long time
  • noun: a literary work of ancient Greece or Rome
  • adjective: having a graceful design with simple lines
  • adjective: serving as a standard of excellence
  • used to say that something has come to be considered one of the best of its kind

Examples

  • ('informal') She lost the tickets? How 'classic'. [=it is not surprising that she lost the tickets; she often loses things]

  • Their latest album is 'destined to become a classic'. [=it is very good and will still be admired many years from now]

  • a radio station that plays 'classic' rock [=rock music from the past that is still popular]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Okay, picture this... We bring in miles finch. The miles finch? The golden ghost. We bring him in! He's written more classics than dr. Seuss. I tain't gonna be easy, But I think it's worth a shot. My two top writers, my crack team, my fun squad... (..)
    2003 Elf