Lanchow
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Definition
Noun: 1. A major city in China: Lanchow is the capital city of Gansu Province in north-central China, situated on the banks of the Yellow River. It is a key industrial and transportation hub for the region. * Note: "Lanchow" is a historical romanization. The modern standard romanization is Lanzhou.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The ancient Silk Road passed through the area of Lanchow.
- Lanchow is known for its hand-pulled beef noodles.
Advanced Usage
- The term "Lanchow" is primarily found in historical texts or older geographical references. In contemporary English-language contexts, the city is almost exclusively referred to by its modern spelling, Lanzhou.
Variants and Related Words
- Lanzhou (n): The modern standard Pinyin romanization for the city. This is the form used in current maps, news articles, and official documents.
- Lanzhou has grown into a major metropolitan center.
Synonyms
- Lanzhou: The direct and modern synonym for the place name "Lanchow."
Noun
- the capital city of the Chinese province of Gansu on the Yellow River