Bordeaux
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/bɔːrˈdoʊ/
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/bɔːˈdəʊ/
French city and wine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Bordeaux' originates from the Latin word 'Burdigala', which was the name of the city in Roman times.
Historical Evolution
'Burdigala' transformed into the Old French word 'Bordelais', and eventually became the modern English word 'Bordeaux'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the city itself, but over time it also came to denote the wine produced in the region.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a port city in southwestern France, known for its wine production.
Bordeaux is famous for its vineyards and wine.
Noun 2
a type of red or white wine produced in the Bordeaux region.
We enjoyed a bottle of Bordeaux with dinner.
Last updated: 2025/01/14 19:58