Aberdare
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- proper noun
- Many families in Aberdare were affected by the decline of coal mining in the region.
Examples
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They're a small group from Aberdare who moved away and converted.
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To the average reader, the list of locations seems rather unremarkable, places such as Pontycymer, near Bridgend, Pontypridd, and Trecynon, Aberdare.
Academic text (2004) -
Located in the valley between the dramatic slopes of Mount Kenya and the rolling peaks of the Aberdare Mountains, Solio Reserve is home to around 250 black and white rhinos and is considered the best place to see these increasingly rare species.
Blog text (14) -
At the Ark in the Aberdare National Park in Kenya (sadly, too dark to photograph), a pack of 14-plus spotted hyenas was observed, surrounding a solitary bull buffalo at the salt lick.
Academic text (2005) -
The historic mining town of Aberdare is well-known for its coal industry.
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The community of Aberdare celebrates its rich mining heritage through annual festivals.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Aberdare comes from Welsh parts: aber meaning 'river mouth' and Dare the name of the local river. So Aberdare is the place where the River Dare meets another river, which is why the town has that name.