limited edition

noun

1. an edition, as of a book or lithograph, limited to a specified small number of copies.

limited edition

noun

1. an edition of something such as a book, plate, etc, that is limited to a specified number

Other Words From

• limit·ed-e·dition adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of limited edition¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

New Story, a nonprofit building homes to alleviate homelessness worldwide, partnered with artist Brian Ku to release a limited edition series of NFTs where each sale provided a 3D house for a family in Latin America.

From Salon

Each unisex ring will be produced in a limited edition of 50 and is available for preorder in silver and recycled 18-karat gold versions.

From Los Angeles Times

The key buzz term used by both Trader Joe’s and Cheeze-It is “limited edition,” which intensifies consumers’ desire to seek out the bags.

From Salon

Peacock's "Love Island" was this summer's runaway reality show hit, and with the live reunion coming up on Aug. 19, Kraft Singles is collaborating with the massively popular series to release a "limited edition Cheese Toastie Pack."

From Salon

At its heart is a limited edition book in a three-tier staircase wooden box with each step holding its own "artistic event".

From BBC