portland

/'pɔ:tlənd/ Cách viết khác : (Portland_cement) /'pɔ:tləndsi'ment/

Thân thiện

Portland is a vibrant city nestled between mountains and a river.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in Maine, USA: Portland is the largest city in the state of Maine, located in its southwestern corner. It is a significant cultural and economic hub for the region.
   • A city in Oregon, USA: Portland is the largest city in the state of Oregon, situated in the northwestern part of the state on the Willamette River. It is famous for its bridges, parks, and natural beauty, set among mountains and forests.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • I visited Portland, Maine, last summer and loved the historic Old Port district.
  • Portland, Oregon, is known for its vibrant food truck scene and eco-friendly culture.
  • The company is opening a new office in Portland.

Advanced Usage

• "Greater Portland": Refers to the metropolitan area surrounding the city.
  • The job market in Greater Portland is growing rapidly.
• "Portlandia": A cultural reference or nickname for Portland, Oregon, popularized by a television series.
  • The quirky spirit of Portlandia is alive in the city's many independent shops.

Variants and Related Words

• Portlander (n): A resident of a city named Portland.
  • As a lifelong Portlander, she knows all the best coffee shops.
• Portland cement (n): A common type of hydraulic cement. (Note: This is a distinct compound term listed here as a related word, not as a definition of "Portland" alone).
  • The foundation was made using Portland cement.

Synonyms

• City (general term for an urban area).
• Metropolis (a large, important city).

Related Phrases

• "Keep Portland Weird": A popular slogan associated with Portland, Oregon, promoting its unique and unconventional character.
  • The bumper sticker said "Keep Portland Weird."
• "The City of Roses": A common nickname for Portland, Oregon.
  • Portland, the City of Roses, hosts an annual rose festival.

Học thuật

Noun

1. largest city in Maine in the southwestern corner of the state
2. freshwater port and largest city in Oregon; located in northwestern Oregon on the Willamette River which divides the city into east and west sections; renowned for its beautiful natural setting among the mountains

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