spectacular

Definitions


[spɛkˈtakjʊlə], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way
(e.g: spectacular mountain scenery)


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Origin:
late 17th century: from spectacle, on the pattern of words such as oracular


[spɛkˈtakjʊlə], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an event such as a pageant or musical, produced on a large scale and with striking effects
(e.g: French history was represented in a spectacular for tourists)


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Origin:
late 17th century: from spectacle, on the pattern of words such as oracular




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