classic
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Also seen as: classics
Sense 1
Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.
thuộc hạng nhất hoặc liên quan đến hạng nhất, đặc biệt trong văn học hoặc nghệ thuật
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Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Exemplary of a particular style; defining a class or category; typical; archetypical; epitomic.
Đại diện cho một phong cách đặc biệt, kiểu mẫu, điển hình
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Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
A perfect and/or early example of a particular style.
Một ví dụ hoàn hảo hoặc sớm của một phong cách đặc biệt
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Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
An artistic work of lasting worth, such as a film or song; a work of enduring excellence.
Tác phẩm nghệ thuật có giá trị lâu dài, như phim hoặc bài hát
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Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “classic” mean?
Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.
Is “classic” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.