Meaning of the word curiosity in English

What does curiosity mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

curiosity

US /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑː.sə.t̬i/
UK /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑː.sə.t̬i/
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Noun

1.

a strong desire to know or learn something

Example:
His curiosity led him to explore the old abandoned house.
She has an insatiable curiosity about the world.
2.

a strange or unusual object or fact

Example:
The museum displayed many historical curiosities.
The old clock was a real curiosity.
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