limited edition

American  

noun

limited editions plural

1. an edition, as of a book or lithograph, limited to a specified small number of copies.

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limited edition British  

noun

1. an edition of something such as a book, plate, etc, that is limited to a specified number

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• limited-edition
  adjective

Inflected Forms

Nouns

• limited editions
  plural

Etymology

Origin of limited edition

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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limited edition

They often offer exclusive sales, access to limited edition items and maybe even specialized discounts.

From Salon ● May 18, 2026

The Rolling Stones have mysteriously released a new limited edition single on vinyl only, under the band name The Cockroaches, further fueling speculation the British rockers are poised to drop a 25th studio album.

From Barron's ● Apr. 13, 2026

A limited edition “Harry Potter” Body Wash set includes scents like Charms and Defense Against the Dark Arts.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 15, 2026

Was it the “Wicked: For Good” limited edition Swiffer?

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2026

My father had a lot of artist’s prints, limited edition copies approved and signed by the artist of the masterwork they emulated.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin