Chambord

American

[shahn-bawr] / ʃɑ̃ˈbɔr /

noun

a village in the Loire Valley, N central France: site of Renaissance château built by Francis I.

Chambord British

/ ʃɑ̃bɔr /

noun

a village in N central France: site of a famous Renaissance chateau

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Other state-owned French cultural tourist hotspots are also hiking their fees for non-EU visitors, including the Versailles Palace, Chambord Palace in the Loire region and the national opera house in Paris.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

Horning suggests substituting raspberry flavors like Chambord for a twist on a French Martini or a Kir Royale.

From Washington Times • Jan. 1, 2024

In the Loire Valley, thousands of young people who were taking part in a huge scout gathering had to take refuge in the Chateau of Chambord as hail, thunder and lightning pounded the area.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 5, 2022

Available in various colors, sizes and styles, the Bodum 1928-01 Chambord French Press is recommended for home users by Stevens, who promises "it's super simple" and easy to use.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2022

I showed him my drawings for the Chambord and Romorantin châteaux.

From Voices from the Past by Bartlett, Paul Alexander

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