What does WORLD mean?

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Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

  • The earth, together with all of its countries and peoples.
  • The human race; human society.
  • A particular sphere of activity or experience.

Pronunciations:

  • US: /wɔrld/
  • UK: /wɜːld/

Origin and Usage:

The word "world" comes from the Old English word "weorold," which means "age of man." It has been used to refer to the earth and its inhabitants since at least the 13th century. In modern usage, "world" can refer to the entire planet, or to a particular group of people or area of activity.

Synonyms:

  • Earth
  • Globe
  • Universe
  • Humanity
  • Society

Related Words:

  • Words
  • Worry
  • Waste
  • Water
  • Women

Example Sentences:

  • The world is a beautiful place.
  • She has traveled all over the world.
  • He is famous in the world of science.


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