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prodigy

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹɒdɪd͡ʒi/

The English word “prodigy” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. An extraordinary occurrence or creature; an anomaly, especially a monster; a freak.
  2. An amazing or marvellous thing; a wonder.
  3. A wonderful example of something.
  4. An extremely talented person, especially a child.
  5. An extraordinary thing seen as an omen; a portent.

Etymology

From Middle English prodige (“portent”), from Latin prōdigium (“omen, portent, prophetic sign”).

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