chelsea
chelsea — noun
1. a fashionable district in west London, on the north bank of the River Thames, kn
a fashionable district in west London, on the north bank of the River Thames, known for its high-end shops, art galleries, and expensive homes.
Rania rented a small flat in Chelsea, just a ten-minute walk from the Thames.
collocation: in Chelsea
Chelsea is famous for its elegant townhouses and trendy King's Road boutiques.
The Chelsea Flower Show takes place every May in the grounds of the Royal Hospital.
Andrew visited the Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea during his trip to London.
文法句型
usually preceded by 'in' for location
用法筆記
Chelsea FC (the football club), Chelsea Flower Show, and 'Chelsea boots' (a style of boot) are all named after this district. The area is also referenced in the phrase 'Chelsea set' to describe a wealthy social circle.
2. a neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, located west of Sixth Avenue between
a neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, located west of Sixth Avenue between 14th and 30th Streets, famous for its contemporary art galleries and rooftop bars.
Noa spent Saturday afternoon walking through the art galleries in Chelsea.
collocation: galleries in Chelsea
Many tech companies have moved their offices to Chelsea over the past ten years.
The High Line park runs through Chelsea and has become a popular tourist attraction.
Rents in Chelsea have risen sharply as the neighborhood grew more popular.
文法句型
usually preceded by 'in' for location
用法筆記
This Manhattan neighborhood should not be confused with the London district of the same name. In New York, 'Chelsea' is specifically bounded by 14th and 30th Streets west of Sixth Avenue.
3. a city in eastern Massachusetts, located just north of Boston, with a mix of ind
a city in eastern Massachusetts, located just north of Boston, with a mix of industrial areas and residential neighborhoods.
Theo's family runs a small bakery in Chelsea, Massachusetts, near the Everett line.
collocation: in Chelsea, Massachusetts
Bao commutes from Chelsea to downtown Boston every morning by subway.
preposition: from Chelsea to [place]
New apartment buildings are going up along the waterfront in Chelsea.
Lara found a good deal on a rental house just outside Chelsea city limits.
文法句型
usually preceded by 'in' or 'to' for location
用法筆記
This city is distinct from the much more famous London district of the same name. In US contexts, 'Chelsea' alone usually refers to the London or NYC area unless 'Massachusetts' is added.