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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBowery
/ˈbaʊəri/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A street or neighborhood in New York City known for its historical significance and cultural diversity.
"The Bowery has transformed from a gritty area into a hub for artists and musicians." - 2
A district in Manhattan, New York City, that was historically known for its flophouses and bars.
"In the 1970s, the Bowery was infamous for its homeless population and dive bars."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Bowery' originates from the Dutch word 'bouwerij', meaning 'farm' or 'farmhouse'. It referred to the area in lower Manhattan that was originally farmland and has evolved into a vibrant neighborhood known for its cultural significance and nightlife since the 19th century.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bowery" is said worldwide
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Bowery
Transliteration: Bowery
"Le Bowery est un quartier emblématique de New York."
Bowery
Transliteration: Bowery
"Der Bowery ist bekannt für seine kulturelle Vielfalt."
Bowery
Transliteration: Bowery
"Il Bowery è un quartiere storico di New York."
Bowery
Transliteration: Bowery
"El Bowery es conocido por su vida nocturna vibrante."
Bowery
Transliteration: Bowery
"O Bowery é um bairro famoso em Nova York."
बॉवरी
Transliteration: Bawari
"बॉवरी न्यूयॉर्क का एक प्रसिद्ध क्षेत्र है।"
博华里
Transliteration: Bóhuálǐ
"博华里是纽约一个著名的街区。"
바우어리
Transliteration: Baueri
"바우어리는 뉴욕의 유명한 지역입니다."
バウアリー
Transliteration: Bauerī
"バウアリーはニューヨークの有名な地区です。"
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