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Mayfair
MAY-feh-uh
Mayfair (name) means an upscale, historic district in central London, long associated with wealth and high-end shopping. Example: “The flat was in Mayfair, just a short walk from Hyde Park.”
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An upscale, historic district in central London, long associated with wealth and high-end shopping.
"The flat was in Mayfair, just a short walk from Hyde Park."
"Mayfair hotel prices are among the highest in the city."
How to use Mayfair
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA byword for wealth and prestige in London, much like naming a posh neighbourhood elsewhere in the world.
Common pairings
a Mayfair address
Mayfair townhouse
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Word forms
- Plural
- Mayfairs
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Etymology
Named after a May fair once held annually on the site, back when the area was still open fields on the edge of London.
Rhymes for Mayfair
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What does “Mayfair” mean?
The word “Mayfair” means an upscale, historic district in central London, long associated with wealth and high-end shopping. In plain terms, a byword for wealth and prestige in London, much like naming a posh neighbourhood elsewhere in the world.
How do you pronounce “Mayfair”?
“Mayfair” is pronounced MAY-feh-uh (/ˈmeɪfɛə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Mayfair” in a sentence?
Here is “Mayfair” used in a sentence: “The flat was in Mayfair, just a short walk from Hyde Park.”
What part of speech is “Mayfair”?
“Mayfair” is a name.
