English Expression · Intermediate
last word
The finest, highest, or ultimate representative of some class of objects
Pronunciation: say last word
Meaning
The finest, highest, or ultimate representative of some class of objects.
Example
Little Joe's mother's cake was the last word in cakes; [...]
Little Joe's mother's cake was the last word in cakes; [...]
Practice tips
- Practice last word out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.