Georgetown

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The capital city of Guyana: A port city located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Demerara River, serving as the country's administrative and commercial center.
    • A historic neighborhood in Washington, D.C.: A section in the northwest of the city, known for its historic architecture, upscale shopping, and Georgetown University.
Usage Examples
  • As the capital of Guyana:
    • Georgetown is known for its distinctive wooden colonial architecture.
    • The cruise ship docked in the port of Georgetown.
  • As a neighborhood in Washington, D.C.:
    • We had dinner at a restaurant along the waterfront in Georgetown.
    • Georgetown is home to many embassies and historic row houses.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical reference: The name reflects colonial history, having been renamed by the British from its former Dutch name.
    • The area known as Stabroek was renamed Georgetown in the early 19th century.
Variants and Related Words
  • Georgetown University (proper noun): A prestigious private research university located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
    • She earned her degree from Georgetown University.
Synonyms
  • Capital city (for the Guyanese meaning): chief city, administrative center.
  • District, neighborhood (for the D.C. meaning): quarter, area.
Related Phrases
  • Georgetown Cupcake (proper noun): A famous bakery located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
    • There's always a long line outside Georgetown Cupcake.
Noun
  1. port city and the capital and largest city of Guyana
    • the city was called Stabroek by the Dutch but was renamed Georgetown by the British in 1812
  2. a section of northwestern Washington, D.C.

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