cos·mo·pol·i·tan  (k ŏz ′m ə-p ŏl ĭ-tn)
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adj.1. Pertinent or common to the whole world: an issue of cosmopolitan import. 2. Having constituent elements from all over the world or from many different parts of the world: the ancient and cosmopolitan societies of Syria and Egypt. 3. So sophisticated as to be at home in all parts of the world or conversant with many spheres of interest: a cosmopolitan traveler. 4. Ecology Growing or occurring in many parts of the world; widely distributed. n.1. A cosmopolitan person or organism; a cosmopolite. 2. A cocktail made of vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice. Also called cosmo.
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