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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

monopoly

/ˈmɒnəpɒli/ noun · British & US
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What does monopoly mean?

noun

A situation in which a particular thing or group has complete control or dominance over something, especially a market or industry. A game in which players roll dice to move around a board, buying and trading properties, with the goal of bankrupting other players.

Example

"The company's monopoly on the market allowed it to set prices and dictate terms to its customers."

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