Dunstable

American  

[duhn-stuh-buhl] / ˈdʌn stə bəl /

Also Dunstaple

noun

1. John, c1390–1453, English composer.

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Dunstable ¹ British  

/ ˈdʌnstəbəl /

noun

1. an industrial town in SE central England, in Bedfordshire. Pop: 50 775 (2001)

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Dunstable ² British  

/ ˈdʌnstəbəl /

noun

1. John. died 1453, English composer, esp of motets and mass settings, noted for his innovations in harmony and rhythm

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Example Sentences

In the film, Scott’s Stagg arrives at Southwark House from Dunstable four days before D-day is planned.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Following an uncomplicated pregnancy, primary school teacher Lauryn and her husband Andrew, a carpenter, say they "didn't have too much of a plan" beyond an expected vaginal delivery at Luton and Dunstable Hospital.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Several parents contacted the BBC with concerns over strict uniform policies and reduced facilities at Manshead Church of England Academy, near Dunstable, Bedfordshire.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

The largest attraction close to the proposed park is Whipsnade Zoo in Dunstable which Universal claims drew in 830,000 visitors in 2023.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

He could see his man now, and judging him to be good for the money, he gave way to greed and proposed to run the horses on to Dunstable.

From Ovington's Bank by Weyman, Stanley J.