limited edition

noun

: an issue of something collectible (such as books, prints, or medals) that is advertised to be limited to a relatively small number of copies

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Little Debbie previously released four limited edition ice cream flavors in September 2023, including Apple Fruit Pies, a cinnamon-vanilla ice cream swirled with apple pie filling and pie crumbs, and Chocolate Chip Creme Pies, a vanilla ice cream base complete with chocolate chip cookie pieces. Raven Brunner, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025 Those who purchase a blind box item during the opening period will be able to enter a raffle for a chance to purchase a limited edition, U.K., exclusive Zimomo figurine. Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 16 Mar. 2025 Streamlined and cosmopolitan in style and substance, limited edition Wyld Box Jewelry embodies cleanly sculpted silhouettes. Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 This limited edition of just 18 pieces offers an ultra-lightweight construction from the titanium case and bezel to the silicon balance wheel and oscillator. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for limited edition

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of limited edition was in 1818

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“Limited edition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limited%20edition. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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