world-class
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world-class
(wûrld′klăs′)adj.
Being among the best or foremost in the world; of an international standard of excellence: a world-class figure skater.
world-class
adj
of or denoting someone with a skill or attribute that puts him or her in the highest class in the world: a world-class swimmer.
world′-class′
or world′class′,
adj.
1. ranked among the world's best; of the highest caliber: a world-class orchestra.
2. attracting or comprising first-rank players, performers, etc.
[1945–50]
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Adj. | 1. | world-class - ranking above all others; "was first in her class"; "the foremost figure among marine artists"; "the top graduate" best - (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities; "the best film of the year"; "the best solution"; "the best time for planting"; "wore his best suit" |
world-class
adjective first-rate, top, prime, excellent, outstanding, superb, elite, exceptional, superlative, A1 or A-one (informal), mean (slang) He was determined to become a world-class tennis player.
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