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Universe

/ˈjuː.nɪ.vɜːs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #850 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    All existing matter, space, and time considered as a whole.

    "The universe is vast and contains billions of galaxies."
  2. 2

    A particular sphere of activity, interest, or experience.

    "In the universe of science fiction, anything is possible."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'universum', meaning 'combined into one, whole', formed from 'unus' (one) and 'vertere' (to turn). It entered Middle English via Old French in the 14th century, initially denoting all created things or the totality of existence.

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