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deluxe

adjective de·luxe \di-ˈləks, dē- also -ˈlu̇ks, -ˈlüks\

: of better quality and usually more expensive than the usual ones of its kind : very luxurious

Full Definition of DELUXE

: notably luxurious, elegant, or expensive <a deluxe edition> <deluxe hotels>

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Origin of DELUXE

French de luxe, literally, of luxury

First Known Use: 1819

Related to DELUXE

Synonyms: Babylonian, luxurious, lavish, Lucullan (also Lucullian), luxe, luxuriant, luxury, opulent, palace, palatial, plush, plushy, silken, sumptuous

Antonyms: ascetic (also ascetical), austere, humble, no-frills, spartan

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DELUXE Defined for Kids

deluxe

adjective de·luxe \di-ˈləks, -ˈlu̇ks\

Definition of DELUXE for Kids

: very fine or luxurious

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