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Greenwich
GREH-nihch
Greenwich (name) means a town and borough in south-east London, England, through which the prime meridian passes. Example: “The Royal Observatory in Greenwich marks zero degrees longitude.”
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A town and borough in south-east London, England, through which the prime meridian passes.
"The Royal Observatory in Greenwich marks zero degrees longitude."
2
Refers loosely to Greenwich Mean Time or the prime meridian itself.
"Are we east or west of Greenwich?"
"The ship's clock was set to Greenwich time."
How to use Greenwich
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe London area that gives its name to the world's reference time zone and the prime meridian.
Common pairings
Greenwich Mean Time
the Greenwich meridian
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Etymology
From Old English Grēnawīċ, literally "green harbour" or "green settlement."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Greenwich” mean?
The word “Greenwich” means a town and borough in south-east London, England, through which the prime meridian passes. In plain terms, the London area that gives its name to the world's reference time zone and the prime meridian.
How do you pronounce “Greenwich”?
“Greenwich” is pronounced GREH-nihch (/ˈɡɹinwɪt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Greenwich” in a sentence?
Here is “Greenwich” used in a sentence: “The Royal Observatory in Greenwich marks zero degrees longitude.”
What part of speech is “Greenwich”?
“Greenwich” is a name.
Where does the word “Greenwich” come from?
The word “Greenwich” comes from Old English. From Old English Grēnawīċ, literally "green harbour" or "green settlement.".
Is “Greenwich” a common word?
“Greenwich” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Greenwich” have?
“Greenwich” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a town and borough in south-east London, England, through which the prime meridian passes.
What is Greenwich famous for?
Greenwich is a town and borough in south-east London, England, known chiefly as the location through which the prime meridian passes. This meridian marks zero degrees longitude and forms the basis for measuring time zones around the world.
What is the difference between Greenwich and Greenwich Mean Time?
Greenwich is the physical place in London, while Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is a time standard based on the solar time at that location's meridian. The word "Greenwich" is sometimes used loosely to refer to GMT or the prime meridian itself, rather than the town.
Is Greenwich part of London?
Yes, Greenwich is a borough within south-east London, England. It is often associated with maritime and astronomical history because of its connection to the prime meridian.
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