Leyden
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8.5
- proper noun
- /ˈleɪdən/
:
Leiden
- The Pilgrim Fathers resided in Leyden, where they prepared for their departure to America in 1620.
- Lucas van Leyden
- van Leyden
Examples
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But, Doctor, in Leyden, in Paris, wherever I've taken Georgina, they've mentioned your name.
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And they presented this work at a conference in Leyden in the Netherlands.
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"Crossing the Line" will be presented at 5 p.m. on October 12 and 13 in the Little Theater at East Leyden High School.
Blog text (3) -
Dr. Maximillian of Leyden asked me to present this to you.
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(n11) Goldsmith was from a family of "poor clergymen-farmers" from County Longford, Ireland, but went on to study at Trinity College, Dublin, and then Edinburgh and Leyden, yet without much success.
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Many historical events took place in Leyden, a city that played a significant role in early American history.
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I visited Leyden last summer and was amazed by its rich history and beautiful architecture.
Synonyms
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6.1
A city in the western Netherlands known for its old university and canals
Compounds
- Specialized
1
9.9
A glass jar that stores electric charge using metal foil inside and outside
Surface Forms
Etymology
Leyden is an old English spelling of the Dutch city name Leiden. Older maps and books often use Leyden while modern signs say Leiden, and the city is famous for its old university and for the Pilgrim Fathers who lived there before their trip to America.