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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

phantom

/fæntəm/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does phantom mean?

noun, verb

A ghostly or supernatural being; a person or thing that is difficult to detect or explain. A person or thing that is no longer in existence or is no longer visible.

Example

"The phantom of the opera was a legendary figure in the city's history."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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