world record

noun — 2 senses

world record

noun
1

Hobbies, Lifestyle, Sports The world's best score or time for a certain event.

2

Idiomatic Any characteristic or accomplishment that exceeds all other instances of that characteristic or accomplishment.

Synonyms
world's record, WR

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