Meaning & Definition of word "Rarity"

Rarity

/ˈrɛrɪti/

1. The quality of being rare; uncommonness.
- Example: The rarity of the gemstone made it highly sought after by collectors.
2. Something that is rare; an uncommon event or object.
- Example: Finding a four-leaf clover is considered a rarity.
3. The infrequency or sparseness of occurrence.
- Example: Snow in the desert is a rarity that draws attention from meteorologists.
4. A rare or unusual person or thing.
- Example: Her talent for singing was a rarity in their small town.
5. An item or collectible that is difficult to find or is produced in limited quantities.
- Example: The first edition of that book is a rarity that many bibliophiles seek.

From Middle English 'rareté', from Old French 'rarete', from Latin 'raritas', from 'rarus' meaning 'rare'.

rarity in nature:

An occurrence of something not commonly found in the natural world.

rarity value:

The added worth of an item due to its infrequent occurrence.

Rarity breeds demand:

The principle that rare items tend to be more sought after.

rare:

Present in small numbers; not common.

scarce:

In short supply; not easily found.

uncommon:

Not seen or found very often.

Meaning: A rare find or something special.

Example Sentence: That vintage record is such a rarity, you won't find it anywhere else.

Meaning: An instance or event that stands out due to its infrequency.

Example Sentence: Having a snow day in April is a rarity around here.