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birmingham

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈbɝmɪŋˌhæm// birm·ing·ham

n. a large city in the West Midlands of England, known for its history of making things and its many canals. It is the second-largest city in the United Kingdom.

n. a major industrial city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands of England. It serves as a significant commercial and cultural hub, historically central to the Industrial Revolution.


SIMPLE

Birmingham is famous for its historic jewelry quarter.

CONTEXTUAL

Many people commute from the surrounding towns into Birmingham for work every morning.

COMPLEX

The redevelopment of Birmingham's city centre has transformed the former industrial landscape into a modern space for retail and international business.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English, 1086, from Old English *Beormingahām, from Beornmund + ing + hām, "home of Beorma;" first element of uncertain origin but possibly from beorma (“yeast”). More at Beorma.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is typically used without an article unless referring to a specific historical period or aspect.

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