Definition of classic Classic

/klæˈsɪk/ - [klatsik] - clas•sic

We found 18 definitions of classic from 5 different sources.

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What does classic mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: classics

classic - a creation of the highest excellence
classic - an artist who has created classic works
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • classic (Noun)
    A perfect and/or early example of a particular style.
  • classic (Noun)
    An artistic work of lasting worth.
  • classic (Noun)
    The author of such a work.
  • classic (Noun)
    A major, long-standing sporting event.
  • classic (Noun)
    One learned in the literature of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome ; a student of classical literature.
  • classic (Adjective)
    Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.
  • classic (Adjective)
    Exemplary of a particular style.
  • classic (Adjective)
    Exhibiting timeless quality.
  • classic (Adjective)
    Of or pertaining to the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially to Greek or Roman authors of the highest rank, or of the period when their best literature was produced; of or pertaining to places inhabited by the ancient Greeks and Romans, or rendered famous by their deeds.
  • classic (Adjective)
    traditional; original.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • classic (n.)
    Alt. of Classical
  • classic (n.)
    A work of acknowledged excellence and authority, or its author; -- originally used of Greek and Latin works or authors, but now applied to authors and works of a like character in any language.
  • classic (n.)
    One learned in the literature of Greece and Rome, or a student of classical literature.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • classic
    Adhering to established standards and principles.
  • classic
    A creation of the highest excellence.

Part of speech

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  • classic, noun, singular of classics.
  • classic, adjective.

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