Victoria
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- proper noun
- /vɪkˈtɔːriə/
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Victoria
- We decided to explore Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, during our vacation in Canada.
- Victoria, British Columbia
- Victoria, BC
- University of Victoria
Hey Theo, this is Salim coming at you from Victoria, BC and Canada.
- Hey Theo, this is Salim coming at you from Victoria, BC and Canada.
Examples
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And the path for SAO 76585 extends from Victoria, British Columbia, to near Regina, Saskatchewan.
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Thank you Sean Gervais of Victoria, BC for sponsoring today's video.
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Norway provided funds and expertise in the Victoria port construction project.
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Meet me at Victoria at 3:30.
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Six respondents resided in rural Victoria at the time of the interviews.
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In the city of Victoria, the historic architecture blends beautifully with the waterfront views.
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I visited Victoria for the first time and was amazed by its beautiful gardens and vibrant culture.
Compounds
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The largest lake in Africa between Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania that feeds the Nile
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A British medal that people in the military receive for great bravery in battle
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A very large, famous waterfall on the Zambezi River between Zimbabwe and Zambia
A very large freshwater lake in Africa also called Lake Victoria that feeds the Nile
A light sponge cake with two thin layers and jam between them, usually sprinkled with sugar
A light cake made from two sponge layers sandwiched with jam and usually cream
- Canadian
A public holiday in Canada on the Monday on or before May 24 to celebrate Queen Victoria's birthday
Surface Forms
Etymology
Victoria the capital city of British Columbia was named after Queen Victoria, and her name comes from the Latin victoria, meaning 'victory'. So the city's name remembers the queen and the idea of 'victory'.