Definition of maxim Maxim
/mæˈksʌm/ - [maksum] - Max•im
We found 9 definitions of maxim from 6 different sources.
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What does maxim mean?
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NounPlural: maxims |
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| maxim - a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits | ||
| axiom | ||
| locution, saying, expression a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression" | ||
| aphorism, apophthegm, apothegm a short pithy instructive saying | ||
| gnome a short pithy saying expressing a general truth | ||
| maxim - English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916) | ||
| Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim | ||
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- maxim (n.)
An established principle or proposition; a condensed proposition of important practical truth; an axiom of practical wisdom; an adage; a proverb; an aphorism. - maxim (n.)
The longest note formerly used, equal to two longs, or four breves; a large.
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maxim
A widely known, fixed sentence, that expresses a maxim or a wisdom in a short and concise way.
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"Maxim" is an international men's magazine based in the United Kingdom and known for its revealing pictorials featuring popular actresses, singers, and female models, none of which are nudes.
In the United States, "Maxim" is an industry leader, reporting a circulation of 2.5 million readers which they claim is enough to outsell leading competitors "GQ", "Esquire", and "Details" combined.
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🔤- maxim, noun, singular of maxims.
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