museum
noun
a building or place where works of art, scientific specimens, or other objects of permanent value are kept and displayed.
museums
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pluralof museum.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He has also been fascinated by reptiles for most of his life and has long supported zoos, museums, and natural history.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
But the German capital has long been defined by its contrasts: Historic landmarks and world-class museums stand alongside Brutalist architecture, independent fashion labels and one of Europe’s most influential contemporary art scenes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
The center is also part of the "Dinosaurs of the Pyrenees" project, a network of museums and interpretation centers showcasing the rich paleontological record of the Catalan Pyrenees.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 15, 2026
Historians from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York recognise only three verified marble versions surviving today - all on display in museums across the US.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
The various museums came in for their share of attention, together with the parks and the beaches and the aquarium.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
