northampton
Definition
Proper noun 1. A city in England: Northampton is the principal city and county town of Northamptonshire, a ceremonial county in the East Midlands of England. It is an important administrative and commercial centre.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- Northampton is known for its historical shoe-making industry.
- We visited the museum in Northampton to learn about local history.
- The university in Northampton has a growing reputation.
Advanced Usage
- "Northampton-born": Used to describe someone who was born in the town of Northampton.
- The Northampton-born artist held an exhibition in London.
Variants and Related Words
- Northamptonshire (Proper noun): The county for which Northampton is the administrative centre.
- Northamptonshire is located in the East Midlands region.
Synonyms
- County town: A term for the administrative capital of a county, which Northampton is for Northamptonshire.
- Principal city: The main or most important city in a region.
Noun
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the principal city of Northamptonshire
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