luxury
/ˈlʌk.ʃə.ɹi/ · lux·u·ry
noun
- Very wealthy and comfortable surroundings. The mansion was a symbol of luxury and wealth.
- Something desirable but expensive. A luxury car is a status symbol for many people.
- Something that is pleasant but not necessary in life. Traveling to exotic destinations is a luxury many people enjoy.
adjective
- Very expensive. The luxury watch cost thousands of dollars.
- Not essential but desirable and enjoyable and indulgent. A luxury hotel offers a range of amenities to make your stay enjoyable.
- Pertaining to the top-end market segment for mass production mass market vehicles, above the premium market segment. The luxury car brand is known for its high-performance vehicles.
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Did you know? The word 'luxury' has been used to describe something desirable but expensive since the 15th century, when it was first used in English to describe something that was considered excessive or debauched.