Globe

Definition

Globe commonly refers to a spherical representation of the Earth or of the heavens or, more broadly, to the Earth itself.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡloʊb/
• Respelling: GLOHB (with "GLOH" as in "glow" and "B" as in "bee")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡləʊb/
• Respelling: GLOHB (with "GLOH" as in "glow" and "B" as in "bee")

In both dialects, "globe" places the primary stress on the entire syllable. The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "GLOHB."

Etymology

The word "globe" originates from the Latin term "globus", meaning "a round mass or sphere". It entered the English language around the 16th century, largely used to denote spherical representations of the Earth.

Derivatives

• Global (adjective)
• Globular (adjective)
• Globoid (adjective)
• Globe-trotter (noun)
• Globalization (noun)

Synonyms

• Sphere
• Orb
• Planet

Antonyms

• Flatness
• Plane
• Cube

Usage

The term "globe" is used in various contexts, including geography, astronomy, and everyday language. In geography and education, a globe is an essential tool for visualizing the Earth's geography, depicting continents, oceans, and various geopolitical boundaries. In astronomy, globes can represent celestial bodies like planets and stars. The word is also used metaphorically to refer to global or international contexts.

Related Terms

• Hemisphere
• Latitude
• Longitude
• Equator
• Meridian

Detailed Definition

Noun

• A Spherical Model of Earth: A three-dimensional, spherical scale model of Earth, displaying geographical features, political boundaries, and sometimes physical terrain.
  • Example: The teacher used a globe to explain the concept of latitude and longitude.

• Representation of Celestial Bodies: Similar models representing other planets, stars, or celestial objects.
  • Example: The museum has a globe of Mars that shows its topographical features.