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Noun world war has 1 sense
  1. world war - a war in which the major nations of the world are involved
    --1 is a kind of     war, warfare
    --1 has particulars:
     World War I, World War 1, Great War, First World War, War to End War; World War II, World War 2, Second World War

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World War

Definition: A global military conflict involving many of the world's nations, typically characterized by widespread destruction, high casualty rates, and intense political and economic consequences.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. A war involving many nations from around the world.

Usages:

  • Popular: The First World War and the Second World War are two of the most significant world wars in history.
  • Local: Our town played a crucial role in supporting the troops during the world war.

Sample Sentences:

  • The world war had a devastating impact on global economies.
  • Many soldiers lost their lives fighting in the world wars.
  • The world war brought significant social and political changes.

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