globe

globe · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A spherical representation of the Earth, usually mounted on a stand and showing geographical features.

  2. 2.

    The Earth itself.

  3. 3.

    Any spherical or rounded object.

Forms

plural: globes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    around the globe — all over the world
  • •
    globe-trotter — a person who travels widely
  • •
    snow globe — a decorative object with a scene inside a glass sphere

Related words

See also: earth, global, world
Synonyms: ball, orb, sphere, world

Etymology

From Latin globus ("sphere, ball"), via Old French globe. Entered English in the mid-16th century.