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World

(n) /wɜːld/
World

Meaning

The earth, together with all of its countries and peoples.

Pronunciation

UK wɜːld

US wɜːrld

Example Sentences

  • This was because they [weren't] grown in Europe, so when world explorers brought back this rare and exotic new fruit, supply was low and demand was high.
  • London is the biggest city in western Europe, and the [world's] largest financial centre.
  • London is one of the [world's] most important cities for business, finance and politics.
  • Berlin is a world city of culture, politics, media and science.
  • Bombs destroyed many buildings in the city in World War Two.
  • The city was split into West Berlin and East Berlin after World War Two.
  • Nearly three quarters of the world's tornadoes happen in the United States.
  • Tornadoes can happen in nearly any part of the world.
  • Walmart is an American chain of retail department, and grocery stores, known for being the largest company in the world by revenue.
  • It is also the world's largest private employer with approximately 2.2 million employees.

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