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    mag·num o·pus
    /ˌmaɡnəm ˈōpəs/

    noun

    • 1. a large and important work of art, music, or literature, especially one regarded as the most important work of an artist or writer.

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › magnum opusMagnum opus Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of MAGNUM OPUS is a great work; especially : the greatest achievement of an artist or writer. How to use magnum opus in a sentence. Did you know?

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMAGNUM OPUS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    MAGNUM OPUS definition: 1. the most important piece of work done by a writer or artist: 2. the most important piece of…. Learn more.

  4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › magnum opusMagnum opus - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

    Your magnum opus is your greatest piece of work. The Mona Lisa might have been Leonardo da Vinci's magnum opus, but your magnum opus is your western omelette.

  5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMAGNUM OPUS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    In his early magnum opus Being and Time the name he gave to the space in which such multiple possibilities unfold was existence. A great work of art or literature, esp the greatest single work of an artist.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

  6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionmagnum opus - Oxford Learner's Dictionaries

    Definition of magnum opus noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. a large and important work of art, literature or music, especially one that people think is the best work ever produced by that artist, writer, etc. The author produced his magnum opus just before he died. Want to learn more?

  7. www.oed.com › dictionary › magnum-opus_nmagnum opus, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English...

    There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun magnum opus. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

  8. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › magnum_opusmagnum opus - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Oct 4, 2024 · magnum opus (plural magna opera or magnum opuses or (nonstandard) magnum opi) A great or important work of literature, music or art, a masterpiece. The best, most popular, or most renowned achievement of an author or artist, representing their major life effort.

  9. www.thefreedictionary.com › magnum+opusmagnum opus - The Free Dictionary

    Define magnum opus. magnum opus synonyms, magnum opus pronunciation, magnum opus translation, English dictionary definition of magnum opus. n. 1. A great work, especially a literary or artistic masterpiece. 2. The greatest single work of an artist, writer, or composer. American Heritage®...

  10. www.britannica.com › dictionary › magnumMagnum opus Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

    MAGNUM OPUS meaning: a great work the greatest achievement of an artist or writer

  11. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryAll resources related to 'magnum opus' - Collins Online...

    A complete guide to the word "MAGNUM OPUS": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.