strasbourg
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A family walks across a bridge in Strasbourg with the cathedral in the background.
Definition
Proper noun: * Strasbourg: A city in eastern France, located on the Rhine River near the border with Germany. It is a significant inland port and a major cultural and political center in Europe.
Usage
- Strasbourg is used as the name of a specific geographic location. It functions as a proper noun and is always capitalized.
- It is commonly used in contexts discussing European geography, politics (as the seat of the European Parliament), history, or travel.
Examples
- The European Parliament holds its plenary sessions in Strasbourg.
- We took a boat tour along the canals of Strasbourg.
- The historic center of Strasbourg, known as Grande Île, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Advanced Usage
- The Strasbourg Agreement: Refers to an international patent law treaty.
- Strasbourg goose: A term for a goose fattened for the production of , historically associated with the region.
Variants and Related Words
- Strasbourgeois (adj): Of or relating to Strasbourg.
- The Strasbourgeois cuisine is a blend of French and German influences.
- Strasbourger (n): A native or inhabitant of Strasbourg.
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms for the proper noun Strasbourg. It can be described as:
- A city in Alsace, France.
- A European capital (in a political context).
Related Phrases
- Council of Europe (Strasbourg): The Council of Europe has its headquarters in Strasbourg.
- Strasbourg Christmas Market: One of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in Europe.
A family walks across a bridge in Strasbourg with the cathedral in the background.
Noun
- city on the Rhine in eastern France near the German border; an inland port