Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

global-village

noun

/ˈɡloʊbəl ˈvɪlɪdʒ/

Definition

The world considered as a community in which distance and geographical barriers have been diminished by electronic communication.

Examples

With the advent of the internet, we live in a global village where we can connect with anyone, anywhere.
The concept of a global village highlights the importance of understanding other cultures.
In a global village, information travels faster than ever before.

Meaning

A term that describes the internet and modern communications as a way to connect people across the world, making it feel smaller and more interconnected.