Definition
Definition of London - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geographyUK capital city of the United KingdomUK
- London is known for its rich history and landmarks.
2.
surnameRare UK last name indicating family origin from England's capitalRare UK
- Her last name is London.
3.
Canadian cityRare UK city in southwestern Ontario, CanadaRare UK
- London, Ontario, is known for its university.
Expressions with London
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teasing rhyme about seeing someone's underwear
I see London, I see France, I see someone's underpants.!
cultural movement in London during the 1960s
Swinging London was known for its fashion and music.
music album or song by The Clash released in 1979
London Calling is my favorite album by The Clash.
plant with pinkish-white flowers and rosette leaves
London pride blooms beautifully in the garden.
extra money for higher living costs in London
She receives London weighting for her job in the city.
seaport city in Connecticut known for whaling history
New London in Connecticut was a whaling hub.
area in London known for theaters and shops
We spent the evening in the West End of London.
the metropolitan area including London and its surrounding boroughs
Greater London has a population of over 8 million people.
having main office or activities in London
She works for a London-based company.
major financial district in London
Many banks have their headquarters in the City of London.
eastern part of London
East London is known for its vibrant culture and history.
rapid transit system in London
The London Underground is the oldest rapid transit system in the world.
historic fortress in London housing the Crown Jewels
The Tower of London attracts millions of tourists every year.
organization responsible for services and infrastructure in the City of London
The City of London Corporation oversees public services and infrastructure in the area.
large tree with broad leaves often planted along city streets
The London plane lines many streets in London.
major stock exchange in London
The London Stock Exchange is one of the largest in the world.
period of social events in London
During the London season, many attended grand balls and parties.
Origin of London
Latin, Londinium (ancient name of London)
Terms with London included in their meaning
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crime unit
metropolitan police headquarters and detective organization in London
transportation
place where London Underground trains stop to pick up and drop off passengers
rail transport
smaller-profile train for London's underground tunnels
architecture
Gothic church in London for royal ceremonies
British taxi
traditional London-style taxi with a spacious interior
uk cab
traditional London taxi usually black in color
public transport
while traveling on the London Underground trains
language
British English variety with London and Southeast features
acr: London School of Economics
famous school for economics
acr: London Stock Exchange
place where people buy and sell shares
sociopolitical
middle-class conservative group living outside London
geographic region
affluent area around London where many stockbrokers live
finance
the financial district of London
transportation
London Underground railway system
book
novel by Jack London about a dog
finance
financier working in London's financial district
music
genre of music from London blending hip-hop and garage
geography
counties surrounding London in south-east England
acr: Metropolitan Police Service
police service in London
drug
cocaine in Multicultural London English
legal society
one of the legal societies in London for barristers
history
young people in 1920s London known for lively lifestyle
London
area in London, England
familial
mother in Multicultural London English
Examples of London in a sentence
London hosts numerous cultural festivals. The Londons have a family reunion every year. Mr. London was called to the principal's office. London hosts an annual music festival in Ontario. The weather in London, Ontario, can be quite unpredictable.
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- French:Londres, London, ...
- German:London, ...
- Italian:Londra, London, ...
- Spanish:Londres, London, ...
- Portuguese:Londres, London, ...
- Chinese:伦敦, 表示家族源自英格兰首都的姓氏, ...
- Japanese:ロンドン, ...
- Arabic:لُنْدُن, لَنْدُن, ...
- Hebrew:לוֹנְדוֹן, ...
- Russian:Лондон, ...
- Ukrainian:Лондон, ...
- Hindi:लंदन, लंदन, ओंटारियो, ...
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