[ˈklasɪk], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind
(e.g: a classic novel)

- very typical of its kind
(e.g: Hamlet is the classic example of a tragedy)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century: from French classique or Latin classicus ‘belonging to a class or division’, later ‘of the highest class’, from classis (see class)

[ˈklasɪk], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a work of art of recognized and established value
(e.g: his books have become classics)

- a subject at school or university which involves the study of ancient Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and history
(e.g: an honours degree in Classics)

- a major sports tournament or competition, especially in golf or tennis
(e.g: the Australian Classic)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century: from French classique or Latin classicus ‘belonging to a class or division’, later ‘of the highest class’, from classis (see class)