Very important person

The VIP Terminal at Vienna International Airport that is often used by celebrities and high-ranking government officials

A very important person (VIP or V.I.P.) or personage[1] is a person who is accorded special privileges due to their high social rank, status, influence, or importance.[2][3] The term was not common until sometime after World War II when it was popularised by Royal Air Force pilots.[1][additional citation(s) needed]

Examples include celebrities, heads of state or government, other high-ranking politicians, or any other socially notable person who receives special treatment for any reason.[3] The special treatment usually involves separation from common people, and a higher level of comfort or service.[4]

  1. ^ a b Harper, Douglas. "vip". Online Etymology Dictionary. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  2. ^ "Very Important Person". Trustees of Princeton University. Retrieved 2011-05-23.
  3. ^ a b "vip". CollinsDictionary.com. HarperCollins. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  4. ^ Waida, Maria (3 January 2019). "20 Impressive VIP Event Ideas". blog.bizzabo.com. Retrieved 2020-07-07.

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