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Bromley

BROM-lee

Bromley (name) means a London borough in south-east Greater London, England, and a surname. Example: “She grew up in Bromley before moving to central London.”

name

A London borough in south-east Greater London, England, and a surname.

"She grew up in Bromley before moving to central London."

Word forms

Bromleys plural

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Etymology

From Old English brōm ("broom") plus lēah ("wood").

Origin: Old English

Rhymes for Bromley

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Bromley” mean?

The word “Bromley” means a London borough in south-east Greater London, England, and a surname.

How do you pronounce “Bromley”?

“Bromley” is pronounced BROM-lee (/ˈbɹɑmli/ in IPA).

How do you use “Bromley” in a sentence?

Here is “Bromley” used in a sentence: “She grew up in Bromley before moving to central London.”

What part of speech is “Bromley”?

“Bromley” is a name.

Where does the word “Bromley” come from?

The word “Bromley” comes from Old English. From Old English brōm ("broom") plus lēah ("wood").