Meaning of the word "museum piece" in English
What does "museum piece" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
museum piece
US /ˈmjuː.zi.əm piːs/
UK /ˈmjuː.zi.əm piːs/
Noun
1.
an old object that is considered valuable or interesting enough to be displayed in a museum
Example:
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This ancient vase is a true museum piece.
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The old car, perfectly restored, looked like a museum piece.
2.
a person or thing that is old-fashioned or no longer useful
Example:
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His ideas on management are a real museum piece in today's fast-paced world.
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That old computer is a museum piece; it can't handle modern software.
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