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Stepney

[ step-nee ]

noun

  1. a former borough of Greater London, England, now part of Tower Hamlets.


stepney

/ ˈstɛpnɪ /

noun

  1. a spare tyre


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Word History and Origins

Origin of Stepney1

C20: from Stepney Street , Llanelli, the address of a tyre manufacturer

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Example Sentences

Ralegh would find its vicinity to Stepney, the general resort of seamen, convenient.

Further on lay the hamlet of Stebenhithe (Stepney), with its low broad-towered church.

Yes, these little mites arrive at Stepney somewhat strangely at times.

Among other places, she applied to the police in London, and the authorities suggested that she should call at Stepney.

Concerning these photographs, a great deal might be said, for the photographic studio at Stepney is an institution in itself.

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