limited edition

noun

: an issue of something collectible (such as books, prints, or medals) that is advertised to be limited to a relatively small number of copies

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Rock & Roll Denim is joining forces with Koe Wetzel on a line of limited edition men’s apparel. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026 And Pizza Hut added Detroit-style pizza to its menu as a limited edition in early 2021, much to the delight of some customers. — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 23 June 2026 The limited edition Estes Liberty Star rocket is the perfect model for the job, decked out with a blue and red styling and featuring beginner friendly assembly for an easy setup. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 4 July 2026 Sales-wise, the first-week figure was 87,000 (all in digital downloads, since CD and vinyl copies Swift put up as limited editions on her webstore didn’t ship until after the debut week was over). — Chris Willman, Variety, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for limited edition

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of limited edition was in 1818

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“Limited edition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limited%20edition. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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