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Grenoble

Grenoble

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A city in the southeast of France by the Isère River, famous for its universities and skiing
  • proper noun
: Grenoble
  • During my summer vacation, I had the opportunity to visit Grenoble and explore its beautiful parks and architecture.
  • Grenoble, France
  • Alpine city of Grenoble

Examples

  • In '68, a bunch of us that were covering the Olympics in Grenoble decided to go to the best restaurant in town.

    The Paper (1994)

  • In the city of Grenoble.

    Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006)

  • I have a law degree from the University of Grenoble.

    Irma la Douce (1963)

  • Each year, roughly 6,000 scientists run experiments at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble, France.

    Academic text (2009)

  • But the Alps also have nice towns to visit, such as Chambéry, Annecy, or Grenoble.

    Blog text (24)

  • Grenoble is a vibrant city in southeastern France, known for its stunning mountains and rich cultural history.

  • The International Cinema Festival takes place every year in Grenoble, attracting filmmakers from around the world.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Grenoble comes from an older name that meant 'city of Gratian', a Roman emperor. The old ending -opolis meant 'city', as in the word metropolis, and over time the long name changed into the short modern form Grenoble.