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Soho

/ˈsoʊ.hoʊ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #14500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A district in London known for its entertainment, nightlife, and shopping.

    "They spent the evening exploring the vibrant restaurants and clubs in Soho."
  2. 2

    A trendy neighborhood in a major city, typically characterized by art galleries, boutiques, and a lively cultural scene, modeled after the London district.

    "The artist rented a spacious loft apartment in Manhattan's historic Soho district."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term originates as an old hunting cry used in England, recorded as early as the 16th century. It was subsequently applied as a toponym for a district in London, which in turn became the eponym for similar fashionable, arts-oriented urban districts globally, such as in New York City.

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