Meaning of national treasure | Babel Free
Definitions
A place, object, or person that is deemed to be of value to an entire nation, usually because of cultural significance.
Equivalents
Examples
“[Marcel] Somerville was called a “national treasure” during the third season. But when he cheated on his Love⟳ Island partner, Gabby Allen, after leaving the villa, the U.K. media turned on him.”
“But drinking in the bath always feels slightly performative, as though I'm auditioning for the role of beloved boozy singleton and UK national treasure, Bridget Jones.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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