Glasgow
Americannoun
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Ellen (Anderson Gholson) 1874–1945, U.S. novelist.
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a seaport in SW Scotland, on the Clyde River: administrative center of the Strathclyde region; shipyards.
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a city in S Kentucky.
noun
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a city in W central Scotland, in City of Glasgow council area on the River Clyde: the largest city in Scotland; centre of a major industrial region, formerly an important port; universities (1451, 1964, 1992). Pop: 629 501 (2001)
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a council area in W central Scotland. Pop: 577 090 (2003 est). Area: 175 sq km (68 sq miles)
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Glasgow is one of the greatest shipbuilding centers of the world.
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Glasgow university also announced a review into Arday's previous academic work.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Ramsay-Peaty broke down in tears after winning 100m breaststroke bronze at last month's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Nowacki made history for Jersey last month by claiming gold in the 200m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Glasgow City Council said two fires had taken place in bin lorries this year, with a further seven last year.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
The meet was in Glasgow, Scotland, this time, and we got there a week early to allow our bodies to adjust to the time difference.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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