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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Despite the increasingly prolific trend of premium alcohol brands flaunting exclusive releases in partnership with artists and luxury brands, the Lunar New Year has long witnessed limited edition releases—this year is no different. Jillian Dara, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025 The Canadian producer has quickly responded to the Los Angeles fires, today releasing a limited edition T-shirt in collaboration with Blackcraft Cult, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. Katie Bain, Billboard, 10 Jan. 2025 The new item is a limited edition product that is sold exclusively at Walmart. Raven Brunner, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025 The company — known for its fat burgers, spicy ketchup and limited edition menu items — has now confirmed exact locations and rough timelines. Alexandria Sands, Axios, 6 Jan. 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 20 Jan. 2025.

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