global
Americanadjective
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pertaining to the whole world; worldwide; universal.
the dream of global peace.
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globular; globe-shaped.
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of, relating to, or using a terrestrial or celestial globe.
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(of a computer operation, linguistic rule, etc.) operating on a group of similar strings, commands, etc., in a single step.
adjective
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covering, influencing, or relating to the whole world
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comprehensive
Other Word Forms
- globally adverb
Etymology
Origin of global
Example Sentences
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“Bringing fans together — alongside Barbie role models, designers, partners, and global icons who embody the true spirit of Barbie — was at the heart of this event.”
From Los Angeles Times
Looking ahead: “February’s numbers got a lift from tax refunds, so the consumer was healthy going into the oil spike,” said David Russell, global head of market strategy at TradeStation.
From MarketWatch
The early melt is a symptom of global warming that scientists say is becoming more pronounced.
From Los Angeles Times
During the address, he acknowledged that the "months ahead may not be easy", and said that no government could fully shield Australians from the global pressures.
From BBC
The Bank's latest report into the risks facing the economy found borrowing costs were likely to rise as the result of the "shock" to the global economy.
From BBC
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