English Explanatory Dictionary

eighth wonder of the world

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something, especially a structure, building, natural formation or (sometimes) an individual, animal, or other entity that is considered to be highly remarkable, magnificent or wonderful; a wonder of the world.
noun
  1. Alternative form of eighth wonder of the world.

Word forms

eighth wonder of the world 8th wonder of the world

Etymology

From eighth + wonder of the world (“a structure or natural feature considered to be one of the greatest of its kind; especially as part of a collection of related entities, usually having seven members”), in reference to the Seven Wonders of the World.

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