name
Uncommon
Croydon
KROY-duhn
Croydon (name) means a large town and borough in south London, England. Example: “They caught the tram into Croydon for the afternoon.”
name
1
A large town and borough in south London, England.
"They caught the tram into Croydon for the afternoon."
noun
1
Historically, a light, wickerwork carriage similar to a gig.
"The old photograph showed a croydon parked outside the inn."
How to use Croydon
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly known today as a district of London.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Croydons
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Etymology
From Old English Crogedene, literally "saffron valley," combining croh ("saffron") and denu ("valley").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Croydon” mean?
The word “Croydon” means a large town and borough in south London, England. In plain terms, mainly known today as a district of London.
How do you pronounce “Croydon”?
“Croydon” is pronounced KROY-duhn (/ˈkɹɔɪdən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Croydon” in a sentence?
Here is “Croydon” used in a sentence: “They caught the tram into Croydon for the afternoon.”
What part of speech is “Croydon”?
Depending on how it is used, “Croydon” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Croydon” come from?
The word “Croydon” comes from Old English. From Old English Crogedene, literally "saffron valley," combining croh ("saffron") and denu ("valley").
Is “Croydon” a common word?
“Croydon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Croydon” have?
“Croydon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large town and borough in south London, England.
