Definition
Definition of York - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geographyUK historic city in North Yorkshire, EnglandUK
- York is famous for its medieval walls.
2.
historyTECH. UK royal house in England from 1461 to 1485TECH. UK
- The House of York was symbolized by a white rose.
3.
royal titleTECH. UK title for the second son of the British monarchTECH. UK
- Prince Andrew holds the title Duke of York.
4.
nameRare UK habitational surname from the city or countyRare UK
- The surname York is common in England.
Expressions with York
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extremely short period of time
He finished the task in a New York minute.
police officer from New York City
He was proud to be one of New York's finest.
cut of beef steak from the short loin
He ordered a New York strip at the steakhouse..
peninsula in northern Australia known for its wilderness
Cape York is a popular destination for adventurous travelers..
metropolitan area including New York City and nearby regions
Greater New York is a hub for international business.
Atlantic inlet by New York City at the Hudson River entrance
Boats crossed New York Bay before heading up the Hudson River.
cocktail with whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, and red wine
I ordered a New York Sour at the bar.
state in the northeastern United States
The State of New York is known for its diverse culture.
major city in the United States
New York is known for its skyline.
largest city in the United States, major cultural center
New York City is known for its skyscrapers and vibrant culture.
major stock exchange in New York City
The New York Stock Exchange opens at 9:30 AM.
state in the northeastern US with Albany as capital
New York State has beautiful autumn foliage.
canal network linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes
Boats travel through the New York State Barge Canal.
system of canals in New York for transportation
The New York State Canal System is vital for trade.
Origin of York
Old English, Eoforwic (boar settlement)
Terms with York included in their meaning
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acr: New York City
large city in the United States
landmarks
symbol of New York City
nyc productions
theater productions in New York not on main Broadway
city style
pizza similar to New York-style with foldable slices
acr: New York
state in the northeastern United States
location
in the Broadway theater district of New York City
abr: Metropolitan Museum of Art
large museum in New York with art from many times
abr: Metropolitan Opera
famous opera company in New York City
abr: John F. Kennedy International Airport
large airport in New York City
architecture
complex of buildings in New York City
acr: New York Stock Exchange
place where people buy and sell stocks
acr: New York Times
famous newspaper
acr: Madison Square Garden
famous arena in New York City
acr: World Trade Center
famous complex of buildings in New York
history
emblem of the House of York
city government
New York Democratic machine, especially the New York County party organization
place
relating to or characteristic of New York City, the Big Apple
agriculture
apple cultivar from New York
geography
town in Franklin County, New York
New York city
city and town in New York, United States
fruit
type of apple from New York
New York
town and village in Oswego County, New York, US
New York town
town in New York named after the state
New York town
town in New York, United States
Examples of York in a sentence
The cathedral in York is a tourist attraction. York's claim to the throne led to conflict. The legacy of York influenced English history. The Duke of York attended the ceremony. York is a title passed down through generations. York is a surname with historical significance.
Many families in the region bear the name York.
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- French:York, maison de York, ...
- German:York, ...
- Italian:York, Duca di York, ...
- Spanish:York, ...
- Portuguese:York, Casa de York, ...
- Chinese:约克, 约克王朝, ...
- Japanese:ヨーク, ヨーク家, ...
- Arabic:يُورْك, دوق يورك, ...
- Hebrew:יוֹרְק, ...
- Russian:Йорк, Йорки, ...
- Ukrainian:Йорк, Дім Йорків, ...
- Hindi:यॉर्क, यॉर्क का घराना, ...
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