camden
camden — biographical name
1. William Camden (1551–1623), an English scholar who studied and wrote about the a
William Camden (1551–1623), an English scholar who studied and wrote about the ancient history, geography, and artefacts of Britain.
Mizuki consulted Camden's Britannia while researching Roman roads in Britain.
reference to Camden's major work Britannia
Walid quoted William Camden in his essay on ancient British monuments.
Adaeze found that Camden's surveys of Roman Britain influenced generations of historians.
The library holds a rare early edition of Camden's survey of Britain.
camden — geographical name
1. a port city located in the southwest of New Jersey, facing Philadelphia across t
a port city located in the southwest of New Jersey, facing Philadelphia across the Delaware River.
Brandon took the ferry across the Delaware River from Philadelphia to Camden.
opposite Philadelphia across the Delaware River
Marta cycled along Camden's waterfront and admired the Philadelphia skyline at dusk.
Reema's grandparents settled in Camden after arriving from Lebanon in the 1950s.
The aquarium in Camden draws families from across the river every summer.
Hugo toured the battleship museum docked on the Camden waterfront last Saturday.
Usage Note
Distinguish from the London borough of the same name. This Camden is a city in New Jersey, directly across the river from Philadelphia.
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2. a borough in the northern part of Greater London, known for its lively markets,
a borough in the northern part of Greater London, known for its lively markets, music venues, and canal-side streets.
Talia rented a flat in Camden Town, close to the famous weekend market.
Camden Town and the famous market area
Dario browsed the vintage clothing stalls at Camden Market for three hours.
Folake cycled along the Regent's Canal towpath that runs through Camden.
The Roundhouse in Camden drew a lively crowd for the indie band's show.
Anjali's favourite café in Camden overlooks the lock on Regent's Canal.
Usage Note
Distinguish from the New Jersey port city of the same name. This Camden is a district in north London, famous for its market and music scene.
Common Mistakes
Etymology
The name Camden comes from Old English camp ('enclosure' or 'field') and denu ('valley'), meaning 'valley with enclosures'. The title Earl Camden was created for Charles Pratt in the 18th century, taking its name from Camden Place in Kent. Both the London borough and the New Jersey city are named after the Earl.