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Marlborough

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Name — A market town in Wiltshire, England.

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Etymology

From Old English marl (a type of clay-rich soil) plus burgh, "fortified town" — a place near marl deposits.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Marlborough” mean?

The word “Marlborough” means a market town in Wiltshire, England. In plain terms, the name of a town in England and a well-known wine region in New Zealand.

How do you pronounce “Marlborough”?

“Marlborough” is pronounced MAWLB-ruh (/ˈmɔːlbɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Marlborough” in a sentence?

Here is “Marlborough” used in a sentence: “They stopped in Marlborough for lunch on the drive to Bath.”

What part of speech is “Marlborough”?

“Marlborough” is a name.

Where does the word “Marlborough” come from?

The word “Marlborough” comes from Old English. From Old English marl (a type of clay-rich soil) plus burgh, "fortified town" — a place near marl deposits.

How many meanings does “Marlborough” have?

“Marlborough” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a market town in Wiltshire, England.

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