Definition

Proper noun: * A city in the United States: Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city located in the southeastern part of the state of Florida. It is situated on the Atlantic Ocean, north of the city of Miami. It is historically known as a popular destination for university students during their spring break holidays.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We flew into Fort Lauderdale and then drove down to Key West.
  • Fort Lauderdale is famous for its extensive network of canals.
  • In the 1980s, Fort Lauderdale was a major spring break destination for college students.

Advanced Usage

• "The Venice of America": A common nickname for Fort Lauderdale, referring to its many inland waterways and canals.
  • With over 300 miles of navigable waterways, Fort Lauderdale earned the nickname "The Venice of America".

Variants and Related Words

• Broward County: The county in which Fort Lauderdale is located and serves as the county seat.
  • The courthouse for Broward County is in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

Synonyms

• Coastal city
• Spring break destination (historical/cultural context)

Related Phrases

• Greater Fort Lauderdale: A term often used to describe the city and its surrounding metropolitan area.
  • The tourism board promotes all the beaches in Greater Fort Lauderdale.

Noun

1. a city in southeast Florida on the Atlantic coast to the north of Miami; a favorite place for college students to go on their spring vacations