Meaning of infinity in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪnˈfɪnədi/

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  1. Noun

    infinity

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Old French infinite or Latin infinitas, from infinitus (see infinite)

    Definitions

    1. time without end

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