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Definition maze in British English

maze noun

noun
/meɪz/
1

an arrangement of closely connected paths separated by tall bushes or trees. The paths often do not lead anywhere, and you have to use your memory and skill to get through

Example

the maze at Hampton Court Palace

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1.1

a set of many small streets, paths etc that is easy to get lost in

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2

a children's game in which you have to find a way through a complicated structure

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Example

a maze of new legislation

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Definition maze in British English