noun
the state of being uncommon or not often seen
The rarity of snow makes it exciting for local children.
Common phrases & grammar
the rarity of · extreme rarity
American English
How to pronounce rarities
nounB2
RAIRihddeez
/ˈɹɛɹ.ɪ.ɾiz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: rarity
the state of being uncommon or not often seen
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
noun
something that is uncommon and often difficult to find
The museum has a rarity: a letter signed by the famous author.
Common phrases & grammar
a collector's rarity
Related words & forms
The plural changes y to ies: rarities.