Aylesbury

American

[aylz-buh-ree, -bree] / ˈeɪlz bə ri, -bri /

noun

one of an English breed of white, domestic ducks.

Aylesbury British

/ ˈeɪlzbərɪ, -brɪ /

noun

a town in SE central England, administrative centre of Buckinghamshire. Pop: 69 021 (2001)

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Etymology

Origin of Aylesbury

First recorded in 1850–55; named after Aylesbury, England

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Aylesbury

He grew up locally on the Aylesbury estate, where Tony Blair famously made his first public appearance after becoming prime minister in 1997.

From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026

The force confirmed it was initially called to reports of vehicles being damaged in Aylesbury Road, at about 22:40 BST on Monday.

From BBC ● May 12, 2026

He still needs round-the-clock care and lives in a home in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, for people with acquired brain injuries.

From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026

The former special constable was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court on Friday to a total of 32 years, made up of 24 years' imprisonment and a further eight years on extended licence.

From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026

"My mother goes to Aylesbury every afternoon to play bingo," Matilda had said.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl

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