Stradivarius
- Noun. (musical instruments) A stringed instrument built by members of the Stradivari family, particularly Antonio Stradivari.
- Noun. (musical instruments) A violin made by another manufacturer, named to capitalise on the fame of the instruments made by Antonio Stradivari.
- Noun. A name invoked as a standard of excellence in unrelated fields.
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