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amsterdam

n. uncountable
A1 Beginner US //ˈæmstɝˌdæm// am·s·ter·dam

n. the capital city of the Netherlands. It is famous for its many canals, historic houses, and people riding bicycles everywhere.

n. the constitutional capital and most populous city of the Netherlands, situated in the province of North Holland. Known for its extensive canal system and historic maritime heritage.


SIMPLE

We are planning a trip to Amsterdam this summer.

CONTEXTUAL

Many tourists visit Amsterdam to see the world-famous art museums and take a boat tour through the historic canals.

COMPLEX

As a major European financial and cultural hub, Amsterdam maintains a unique balance between its seventeenth-century architectural preservation and its status as a modern center for international trade.

Origin

Borrowed from Dutch Amsterdam.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is always capitalized and typically used without an article.

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