Bradford

[brad-ferd]

noun

1. Gamaliel, 1863–1932, U.S. biographer and novelist.

2. Roark 1896–1948, U.S. novelist and short-story writer.

3. William, 1590–1657, Pilgrim settler: second governor of Plymouth Colony 1621–56.

4. William, 1663–1752, American printer, born in England.

5. a city in West Yorkshire, in N England.

6. a city in N Pennsylvania.

7. Braford.

8. a male given name.

Bradford

/ ˈbrædfəd /

noun

1. an industrial city in N England, in Bradford unitary authority, West Yorkshire: a centre of the woollen industry from the 14th century and of the worsted trade from the 18th century; university (1966). Pop: 293 717 (2001)

2. a unitary authority in West Yorkshire. Pop: 477 800 (2003 est). Area: 370 sq km (143 sq miles)

Example Sentences

The Last Night marked the culmination of eight weeks of concerts across the country, from Bradford and Bristol to Gateshead and Belfast.

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He scored only six further league goals for Everton, but went on to enjoy prolific spells at Huddersfield, Bury and Bradford among others.

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Bradford Road remained closed on Saturday afternoon, with police confirming Kirklees Highways was managing the road closure.

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So there was a lot riding on Bradford University's identification efforts.

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Carabao Cup holders Newcastle will start the defence of their crown at home to League One Bradford in the third round.

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