York UK
jɔːrk
Definition

Definition of York - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
geographyUKhistoric city in North Yorkshire, EnglandUK
  • York is famous for its medieval walls.
2.
historyTECH.UKroyal house in England from 1461 to 1485TECH.UK
  • The House of York was symbolized by a white rose.
dynasty royal house
3.
royal titleTECH.UKtitle for the second son of the British monarchTECH.UK
  • Prince Andrew holds the title Duke of York.
4.
nameRareUKhabitational surname from the city or countyRareUK
  • The surname York is common in England.
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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.

Origin of York

Old English, Eoforwic (boar settlement)

Terms with York included in their meaning

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NYCacr.
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
NYacr.
acr: New York
state in the northeastern United States
location
in the Broadway theater district of New York City
Metabbr.
abr: Metropolitan Museum of Art
large museum in New York with art from many times
Metabbr.
abr: Metropolitan Opera
famous opera company in New York City

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.

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  1. French:York, maison de York, ...
  2. German:York, ...
  3. Italian:York, Duca di York, ...
  4. Spanish:York, ...
  5. Portuguese:York, Casa de York, ...
  6. Chinese:约克, 约克王朝, ...
  7. Japanese:ヨーク, ヨーク家, ...
  8. Arabic:يُورْك, دوق يورك, ...
  9. Hebrew:יוֹרְק, ...
  10. Russian:Йорк, Йорки, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Йорк, Дім Йорків, ...
  12. Hindi:यॉर्क, यॉर्क का घराना, ...

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