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world

/wɜːrld/
noun★Beginner
general

The Earth, together with all of its countries, peoples, and natural features.

The world is a vast and diverse place.

Traveling around the world can be an eye-opening experience.

general

A particular sphere of activity, interest, or experience.

The world of fashion is constantly changing.

She entered the world of academia after years in business.

general

The state of being alive or existing.

The discovery brought a new world of possibilities.

He was introduced to the world of classical music at a young age.

Collocations

the whole worldevery part of the Earththe real worldthe actual, everyday lifeworld peacea state of peace among all nations

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Related Phrases

come into the worldphrase
to be born
the world is your oysteridiom
you have many opportunities available to you

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

The word 'world' is often used in both literal and figurative contexts. Pay attention to the context to understand its meaning.

⚡Gold Rule

Capitalization

The word 'world' is not capitalized unless it is part of a proper noun, such as 'World War II'.

📖Word Origin

Old English 'weoruld,' from Proto-Germanic 'werald,' meaning 'age of man,' related to 'wer' (man) and 'ald' (age).

📝Usage Notes

The word 'world' can refer to the entire planet or a specific domain of human activity. It is often used in expressions like 'worldwide' or 'world-famous.'

Word Breakdown

world
the Earth and all its inhabitants
root
✎ Noted on May 31, 2026EN → EN

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