Lexington

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Lexington — geographical name

1. a large city in central Kentucky, in the south-central United States, known for

1.地名
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a large city in central Kentucky, in the south-central United States, known for its horse farms, tobacco industry, and the University of Kentucky.

例句

Reema flew into Lexington for a conference at the University of Kentucky.

names a state institution associated with the city

The annual horse auction in Lexington attracts buyers from all over the world.

collocation: horse auction / horse farms

2. a historic community in Massachusetts near Boston, in the northeastern United St

2.地名
釋義

a historic community in Massachusetts near Boston, in the northeastern United States, where the first battles of the American Revolution were fought in 1775.

例句

The tour guide showed Eric the historic battle sites in Lexington, Massachusetts.

names a historical Revolutionary War site

Kian's family moved to Lexington for its excellent public schools and quiet streets.