Newmarket
Americannoun
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a town in SE Ontario, in S Canada, NW of Toronto.
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a town in W Suffolk, in E England, E of Cambridge: horse races.
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Also called Newmarket coat. (often lowercase) a long, close-fitting coat worn in the 19th century as an overcoat by women and as a riding coat by men.
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British. the card game Michigan.
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a double-breasted waisted coat with a full skirt worn, esp for riding, in the 19th century
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a simple gambling card game
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Example Sentences
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Elizabeth Milner is a resident at Care UK's Kentford Manor in Newmarket, Suffolk, and celebrated the milestone at the end of December.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026
"I have decided to retire from training at the end of this season," said the Newmarket trainer.
From BBC • Sep. 10, 2024
Of course, overcoming challenges is nothing new for the 27-year-old from Newmarket, Ontario.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
Sgt May, 31, who is originally from Newmarket, Suffolk, served in Afghanistan and has since trained army personnel from around the world.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2024
These, together with J. R. and Son's Improved Newmarket Coats, will be found most useful for driving to meet and for constant wear.
From Ladies on Horseback Learning, Park-Riding, and Hunting, with Hints upon Costume, and Numerous Anecdotes by Lambert, Nannie
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