newark
Definition
Noun: 1. A major city in the United States: Newark is the name of a specific city, the largest and most populous city in the state of New Jersey. It is a significant urban, transportation, and commercial hub located in the northeastern part of the state.
Usage
The word "Newark" functions exclusively as a proper noun, used to name the specific city. It is always capitalized.
Examples
- As a subject:
- As an object:
- Showing possession/location:
Advanced Usage
- Metonymy: The name "Newark" can be used to refer to institutions or entities located within the city, especially its major airport.
- "We're flying into Newark tomorrow" (meaning Newark Liberty International Airport).
Variants and Related Words
- Newarker (noun, rare): A resident of Newark.
- He is a lifelong Newarker.
Synonyms
- City (general term, not a synonym for the specific name)
- Metropolis (general term, not a synonym for the specific name)
Related Phrases
- Newark, New Jersey: The full, formal name often used to distinguish it from other places named Newark.
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): The full name of the major airport serving the New York metropolitan area, located in Newark.
Noun
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the largest city in New Jersey; located in northeastern New Jersey
