Meaning & use

world

noun·Everyday

The earth, along with all its countries, people, and natural features.

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She has traveled to more than forty countries around the world.

His novels created a vivid fictional world full of strange creatures.

A note on using this word

Also used for a particular sphere of activity or experience, as in 'the art world' or 'a world of difference.'

Words with a similar meaning

earthglobe

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