Definition

Proper noun: - Philadelphia: "City of Brotherly Love" is a nickname for the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The name is a direct translation from Greek, as "Philadelphia" is derived from the Greek words philos (loving) and adelphos (brother). It is historically significant as a key site in the founding of the United States.

Usage

• The term is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the city of Philadelphia, often to evoke its historical significance or its founding ideals.
• It is commonly used in formal contexts, tourism, historical writing, and as a poetic or affectionate alternative to the city's official name.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically to emphasize themes of unity, friendship, or historical legacy associated with the city.
  • The treaty was signed in the spirit of the City of Brotherly Love.

Variants and Related Words

• Philadelphia (n): The official name of the city.
• Philly (n, informal): A common colloquial nickname for Philadelphia.

Synonyms

• Philadelphia
• Philly (informal)

Related Idioms

• While not a phrasal verb or idiom itself, the phrase "City of Brotherly Love" is a fixed epithet for Philadelphia. It is sometimes referenced in broader idioms about unity or historical beginnings, such as "the spirit of brotherly love," which connects to the city's namesake ideal.

Noun

1. the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania