brighton

Thân thiện

Brighton is a popular seaside resort with a famous pier.

Definition

Proper noun: * A coastal city in England: Brighton is a city located in East Sussex, on the south coast of England. It is historically known as a popular seaside resort and is the site of the University of Sussex.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We spent a lovely weekend in Brighton, walking along the pier.
  • She moved to Brighton to study at the university.
  • The annual Brighton Festival attracts artists from around the world.

Advanced Usage

• "Brighton and Hove": Since 1997, the city's official name has been the unitary authority of Brighton and Hove, which was granted city status in 2000.
  • The local government for the area is Brighton and Hove City Council.

Variants and Related Words

• Brightonian (noun): A person who lives in or comes from Brighton.
  • As a lifelong Brightonian, she knows all the best places to eat.

Synonyms

• Seaside resort: A town or city, especially on the coast, where people go on holiday.
• Coastal city: A city situated on the coast.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a city in East Sussex in southern England that is a popular resort; site of the University of Sussex

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