wizard

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Meaning · English

Fine, superb (originally RAF slang).

Register: dated, slang

Examples

"We had a wizard show," the young leader of an Australian squadron said, trying to keep the excitement out of his voice.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “wizard” mean?

Fine, superb (originally RAF slang).

Is “wizard” formal or informal?

wizard is generally dated, slang.