Definitions for Classic
ˈklæs ɪkclas·sic

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 2 votes

1. classicnoun

   a creation of the highest excellence

2. classicadjective

   an artist who has created classic works

3. authoritative, classical, classic, definitiveadjective

   of recognized authority or excellence

   "the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation"

4. classical, classicadjective

   of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture

   "classic Cinese pottery"

5. classical, classic, Greco-Roman, Graeco-Roman, Hellenicadjective

   of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures

   "classical mythology"; "classical

WiktionaryRate this definition:3.5 / 2 votes

1. classicnoun

   A perfect and/or early example of a particular style.

2. classicnoun

   An artistic work of lasting worth

3. classicnoun

   A major, long-standing sporting event

4. classicadjective

   exemplary of a particular style

5. classicadjective

   exhibiting timeless quality

6. classicadjective

   traditional; original

   Users who dislike the new visual layout can return to classic mode.

7. Etymology: From classique, from classicus, from classis

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1. Classic

   A classic is an outstanding example of a particular style; something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality; of the first or highest quality, class, or rank – something that exemplifies its class. The word can be an adjective (a classic car) or a noun (a classic of English literature). It denotes a particular quality in art, architecture, literature, design, technology, or other cultural artifacts. In commerce, products are named 'classic' to denote a long-standing popular version or model, to distinguish it from a newer variety. Classic is used to describe many major, long-standing sporting events. Colloquially, an everyday occurrence (e.g. a joke or mishap) may be described in some dialects of English as 'an absolute classic'. "Classic" should not be confused with classical, which refers specifically to certain cultural styles, especially in music and architecture: styles generally taking inspiration from the Classical tradition, hence classicism.

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1. classic

   A classic is something that is considered to be of the highest quality, significance, or of enduring value, representative of its kind or genre. This term can be applied to literature, music, art, design, fashion, or any other form of creative work or thought. It can also refer to something that is typical or traditional, recognized and established over a period of time.

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1. Classicnoun

   alt. of Classical

2. Classicnoun

   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

3. Classicnoun

   one learned in the literature of Greece and Rome, or a student of classical literature

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1. classic

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British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'Classic' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3700

2. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'Classic' in Nouns Frequency: #2202

3. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'Classic' in Adjectives Frequency: #498

How to pronounce Classic?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

   South African

How to say Classic in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Classic in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Classic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of Classic in a Sentence

1. Clifton Fadiman:

   When you reread a classic, you do not see more in the book than you did before; you see more in you than there was before.

2. Dave Arnold:

   There’s still so much room in exploring new techniques in cocktails, classic cocktails made with standard mixers and the standard back bar are delicious. You don’t need to stray from that. But once you want to get into things you can’t make with classic techniques, that’s when you need to start pulling in newer techniques. This isn’t just for people interested in buying expensive equipment. It’s something that can work in any bar.

3. David Lee Roth:

   I’ve got a band that is doing what Al and I used to call a ‘block,’ that means 75 rehearsals for one show, we are bringing it in classic VH style. Alex and I are the only version, that was his message. There is no other variation. There is no torch being passed. There is no other side to this coin. This is classic, in-your-face Van Halen.

4. Clifton Paul Fadiman:

   When you read a classic you do not see in the book more than you did before. You see more in you than there was before.

5. Mark Twain:

   A classic is a book which people praise and don't read.

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