Classic Definition & Meaning

classic
adjective
  1. of recognized authority or excellence; "the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation"
  2. of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture; "classic Cinese pottery"
  3. of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures; "classical mythology"; "classical
noun
  1. a creation of the highest excellence
  2. an artist who has created classic works

"Classic" in song lyrics

See how classic is used in real songs:

  • "Afficial we the Reebok boys, call us a classic"
    504 Boyz f/ Afficial, Curren$y, Krazy — My Life is Sweet
  • "Man this is classic"
    88 Keys f/ Kanye West — Stay Up (Viagra)
  • "I'm like the grill on a '64 Chevy, I'm classic"
    Above the Law — L.A. Vibe

Usage tips for "classic"

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