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brunswick

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈbɹənzwɪk// bruns·wick

n. a name used for several places in the world, most famously a city in Germany and a suburb in Melbourne, Australia. It often refers to a historical region or a specific style of design or food.

n. a proper name designating various geographical locations, most notably the city of Braunschweig in Germany and its historical duchy. Often used as a modifier in historical, culinary, or geographical contexts.


SIMPLE

We spent the afternoon walking through the streets of Brunswick.

CONTEXTUAL

The historic district of Brunswick is famous for its medieval architecture and traditional markets.

COMPLEX

The Treaty of Brunswick remains a significant point of study for historians interested in the shifting borders of eighteenth-century Europe and the consolidation of regional power.

Synonyms
Usage

When referring to the German city, it is the English name for Braunschweig; in other contexts, it is a common place name in English-speaking countries.

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