Bordeaux

[ bawr-doh ]

noun
  1. a seaport in and the capital of Gironde, in SW France, on the Garonne River.

  2. any of various wines produced in the region surrounding Bordeaux, especially claret.

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British Dictionary definitions for Bordeaux

Bordeaux

/ (bɔːˈdəʊ, French bɔrdo) /


noun
  1. a port in SW France, on the River Garonne: a major centre of the wine trade. Pop: 215 363 (1999)

  2. any of several red, white, or rosé wines produced around Bordeaux

Other words from Bordeaux

  • Related adjective: Bordelais

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Cultural definitions for Bordeaux

Bordeaux

[ (bawr-doh) ]


Port city in southwestern France.

Notes for Bordeaux

The region around Bordeaux is known for its wine.

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