great
/ˈɡɹeɪt/ noun C2- A person of major significance, accomplishment or acclaim. · Newton and Einstein are two of the greats of the history of science.
- The main division in a pipe organ, usually the loudest division.
- An instance of the word great signifying an additional generation in phrases expressing family relationships. · my three-greats grandmother
Plural greats
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I have been to the Emerald City many times, and it is a beautiful and wonderful place; but I have never been permitted to see the Great Oz, nor do I know of any living person who has seen him.”
He sits day after day in the great Throne Room of his Palace, and even those who wait upon him do not see him face to face.”
“You see, Oz is a Great Wizard, and can take on any form he wishes.
After a great deal of hard work, for the Lion was heavy, they managed to get him up on the truck.
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