Wereldwijd
Example: De uitvinding verspreidde zich snel wereldwijd in de geschiedenis.
Definition
"Wereldwijd" is an adverb meaning across the entire world or globally. It describes an action or event that takes place or is recognized in many countries or continents, such as something spreading or happening on a global scale in history or other contexts.
Etymology
The Dutch word "wereldwijd" combines "wereld" meaning world and "wijd" meaning wide or broad. Together, it literally means 'world-wide.' It's a straightforward compound that reflects the idea of something extending broadly across the world. Did you know? The concept of 'world-wide' has been important for describing global events especially in historical contexts.
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