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global

/ˈɡləʊbəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to the entire world.

  • noun

    A term used in computing to refer to a system or network that can access data from any part of the world.


Antonyms

local , domestic , local , national , regional , local
Synonyms

planetary , world-wide , ball-shaped , globular , round , spherical
Rhymes
Words rhyming with global
orb , dorm , swarm
Variants
List of all variants of global that leads to same result
global , globally , Global Positioning System , Global Positioning Systems , global village , global villages , global warming , global warmings , on a global scale
Etymology
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The word 'global' comes from the Latin word 'globus,' meaning sphere or ball.


Trivia
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  1. The largest globe ever made was created by Czech artist David Cerny and is over 10 meters (32.8 feet) in diameter.

  2. The term 'global' first appeared in English in the 16th century.


Related Concepts
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  1. Globalization: The process of interconnectedness through global trade, cultural exchange, and the spread of ideas and technology.

  2. Global Village: A term used to describe the world as a global community, where people are connected through technology and communication.


Culture
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The term 'global' has been used extensively in various fields, including economics, politics, technology, and environmental studies. In economics, it refers to the interconnectedness of the world's economies. In politics, it is used to describe global issues that require international cooperation. In technology, 'global' refers to systems or networks that can be accessed from anywhere in the world. In environmental studies, it is used to describe issues that affect the entire planet.

How to Memorize "global"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a globe to remember the meaning of 'global'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'global' with the concept of the entire world.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Globe = Global' to remember the meaning of 'global'.


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