Meaning of the word classic in English

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classic

US /ˈklæs.ɪk/
UK /ˈklæs.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind

Example:
Her new album is a classic.
The film is considered a classic of the genre.
2.

remarkably good or impressive

Example:
That was a classic goal!
He made a classic mistake.

Noun

1.

a work of art of recognized and established value

Example:
She enjoys reading the classics of English literature.
The museum has a collection of ancient Greek classics.
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