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Classical

adjective

1.

Of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture. Synonym: classic. Antonym: nonclassical.

2.

Of recognized authority or excellence. Synonyms: authoritative, classic, definitive. "Classical methods of navigation"

3.

Of or relating to the study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome.

4.

(language) having the form used by ancient standard authors.

5.

Of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures. Synonyms: classic, Graeco-Roman, Greco-Roman, Hellenic.

noun

1.

Traditional genre of music conforming to an established form and appealing to critical interest and developed musical taste. Synonyms: classical music, serious music.

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