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Definition miracle in British English

miracle noun

[countable] noun
/ˈmɪrək(ə)l/
1

an event that cannot be explained according to the laws of nature and is considered to be an act of God

Example

The story of the weeping statue is being hailed as a miracle by some.

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1.1

something extremely lucky that would not normally be possible

Example

It's a miracle that no one was killed.

Example

a miracle cure

1.2

an excellent achievement or example of something

Example

a miracle of modern technology

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Definition miracle in British English