Brooklyn
a borough of New York City, on W Long Island. 76.4 sq. mi. (198 sq. km).
a city in NE Ohio.
Other words from Brooklyn
- Brook·lyn·ite [brook-luh-nahyt], /ˈbrʊk ləˌnaɪt/, noun
Words Nearby Brooklyn
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How to use Brooklyn in a sentence
Jennie Jerome, who went on to become Lady Randolph Churchill, was born in Brooklyn in 1854.
The Real-Life ‘Downton’ Millionairesses Who Changed Britain | Tim Teeman | December 31, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHis most recent assignment was the 84th Precinct, at the Brooklyn end of the Brooklyn Bridge.
The same night the “dead cops” chant was recorded, two police officers were attacked on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Not only does his mom live in Brooklyn, but he also has a child with a woman there.
Alleged Cop Killer Ismaaiyl Brinsley Had a Death Wish | M.L. Nestel | December 22, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHe swiped one of them to get from midtown Manhattan to Brooklyn.
Alleged Cop Killer Ismaaiyl Brinsley Had a Death Wish | M.L. Nestel | December 22, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
The boats were nearer to the cruiser than they appeared to be, and a few minutes after this talk they were alongside the Brooklyn.
Young Glory and the Spanish Cruiser | Walter Fenton MottStill Young Glory waved the torch, hoping it might be seen by those on the cruiser Brooklyn.
Young Glory and the Spanish Cruiser | Walter Fenton MottThe officers of the Brooklyn who had drawn close to listen, were loud in their expressions of indignation.
Young Glory and the Spanish Cruiser | Walter Fenton MottIt was not long before the captains of the Nashville and the Brooklyn were exchanging compliments.
Young Glory and the Spanish Cruiser | Walter Fenton MottShe evidently recognized the Brooklyn, for she flew the Stars and Stripes in a very short time.
Young Glory and the Spanish Cruiser | Walter Fenton Mott
British Dictionary definitions for Brooklyn
/ (ˈbrʊklɪn) /
a borough of New York City, on the SW end of Long Island. Pop: 2 465 326 (2000)
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Cultural definitions for Brooklyn
One of the five boroughs that make up New York City.
Notes for Brooklyn
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