historical
Pronunciation
Adjective
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Relating to history, or based on real events from the past.
Usage notes
"Historical" describes anything related to history in general, while "historic" describes something important enough to be remembered, a subtle but common distinction.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The museum has a _____ collection of tools from the 1800s."
Answer: historical
In your own words, what does "historical" mean?
Relating to history, or based on real events from the past.
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