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Antwerp

AN-twp

Antwerp (name) means a city and port in Belgium, historically famous for its diamond trade. Example: “They bought the ring from a jeweler in Antwerp.”

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A city and port in Belgium, historically famous for its diamond trade.
"They bought the ring from a jeweler in Antwerp."
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Etymology

From Dutch Antwerpen.

Origin: Dutch

Frequently asked questions

What does “Antwerp” mean?

The word “Antwerp” means a city and port in Belgium, historically famous for its diamond trade.

How do you pronounce “Antwerp”?

“Antwerp” is pronounced AN-twp (/ˈæn.twɝp/ in IPA).

How do you use “Antwerp” in a sentence?

Here is “Antwerp” used in a sentence: “They bought the ring from a jeweler in Antwerp.”

What part of speech is “Antwerp”?

“Antwerp” is a name.

Is “Antwerp” a common word?

“Antwerp” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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