name
Vauxhall
VOKS-awl
Vauxhall (name) means an area of London, England, in the borough of Lambeth. Example: “Vauxhall station connects several rail and Underground lines south of the Thames.”
name
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An area of London, England, in the borough of Lambeth.
"Vauxhall station connects several rail and Underground lines south of the Thames."
noun
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A British make of car, named after the London district where the company began.
"His dad drove an old Vauxhall for over a decade."
How to use Vauxhall
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA London place name, and also a well-known British car brand.
UK vs US
Vauxhall the car brand is a UK-specific name; the same manufacturer sells cars under the Opel badge in much of mainland Europe.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Vauxhalls
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_____ station connects several rail and Underground lines south of the Thames.
Etymology
Traced to "Faulke's Hall," the manor of Falkes de Breauté, a 13th-century mercenary captain, which was gradually reshaped into "Vauxhall."
Class of 1200
Vauxhall joined the language around 1200.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Vauxhall” mean?
The word “Vauxhall” means an area of London, England, in the borough of Lambeth. In plain terms, a London place name, and also a well-known British car brand.
How do you pronounce “Vauxhall”?
“Vauxhall” is pronounced VOKS-awl (/ˈvɒks.ɔːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Vauxhall” in a sentence?
Here is “Vauxhall” used in a sentence: “Vauxhall station connects several rail and Underground lines south of the Thames.”
What part of speech is “Vauxhall”?
Depending on how it is used, “Vauxhall” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Vauxhall” come from?
The word “Vauxhall” dates back to around 1200. Traced to "Faulke's Hall," the manor of Falkes de Breauté, a 13th-century mercenary captain, which was gradually reshaped into "Vauxhall.".
How many meanings does “Vauxhall” have?
“Vauxhall” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an area of London, England, in the borough of Lambeth.
