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Linz

Linz (name) means the capital of Upper Austria and the third-largest city in Austria. Example: “They stopped in Linz on their river cruise down the Danube.”

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The capital of Upper Austria and the third-largest city in Austria.

"They stopped in Linz on their river cruise down the Danube."

A small town in northern Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, popular with tourists along the Rhine.

"The German Linz is much smaller and quieter than its Austrian namesake."

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In plain EnglishUsually refers to the Austrian city on the Danube, famous in part for the Linzer torte.

Common pairings

linzer torte

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From the Roman-era name Lentia.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Linz” mean?

The word “Linz” means the capital of Upper Austria and the third-largest city in Austria. In plain terms, usually refers to the Austrian city on the Danube, famous in part for the Linzer torte.

How do you use “Linz” in a sentence?

Here is “Linz” used in a sentence: “They stopped in Linz on their river cruise down the Danube.”

What part of speech is “Linz”?

“Linz” is a name.

How many meanings does “Linz” have?

“Linz” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the capital of Upper Austria and the third-largest city in Austria.

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