Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in the southeastern Netherlands: Eindhoven is a major city located in the southern part of the Netherlands, within the province of North Brabant.
   • Noted for its electrical and technology industry: The city is historically and currently significant as a hub for innovation, design, and technology, particularly known for its role in the electrical industry and as the headquarters of Philips.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Eindhoven is often called the "City of Light" due to its history with Philips and the lighting industry.
  • The university in Eindhoven is renowned for its engineering and technology programs.
  • We flew into Eindhoven Airport for the design conference.

Advanced Usage

• "The Eindhoven region": Refers to the metropolitan area and economic zone surrounding the city, known as a leading technology and design cluster in Europe.
  • Many startups are founded in the Eindhoven region due to its strong ecosystem.

Variants and Related Words

• Eindhovenaar (noun): A demonym for a person who is from or lives in Eindhoven.
  • As an Eindhovenaar, he is proud of the city's innovative spirit.

Synonyms

• City: A large human settlement. (This is a general synonym, as Eindhoven is a specific city.)
• Metropolis: A major city, especially the chief city of a country or region.

Related Phrases

• Brainport Eindhoven: The official name for the high-tech metropolitan region centered around Eindhoven.
  • Brainport Eindhoven is a key driver of the Dutch economy.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. city in southeastern Netherlands noted for electrical industry