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world (EN)
noun

noun “world”

singular world, plural worlds or uncountable
  1. the entirety of one's life experiences and the collective existence of humanity
    After the accident, her entire world turned upside down.
  2. everything that exists in space, including all stars, planets, and galaxies
    Scientists continue to discover fascinating facts about the world beyond our atmosphere.
  3. our planet, particularly in terms of its societies and global interactions
    The internet has connected people from every corner of the world.
  4. a vast area (of land or figuratively)
    Explorers once believed they could find a new world full of riches and unclaimed territories.
  5. any celestial body capable of supporting life, not limited to Earth
    Scientists are searching for worlds that could support life within our solar system.
  6. an imaginary place created in stories, with its own societies and characters
    The world of Middle-earth is rich with languages, cultures, and histories.
  7. the specific environment or situation related to a particular activity or group of people
    The corporate world is vastly different from the non-profit sector.
  8. a set of levels in a video game that share a common setting or theme
    I finally completed world three in the game, and now I'm moving on to the desert levels.
  9. a large amount or degree of something
    A little bit of kindness can make a world of difference in someone's life.