Wrexham

British  

/ ˈrɛksəm /

noun

1. a town in N Wales, in Wrexham county borough: seat of the Roman Catholic bishopric of Wales (except the former Glamorganshire); formerly noted for coal-mining. Pop: 42 576 (2001)

2. a county borough in NE Wales, created in 1996 from part of Clwyd. Pop: 129 700 (2003 est). Area: 500 sq km (193 sq miles)

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Example Sentences

"It's about the disrespect, both for the people who have passed away but also for those that are currently away serving," explained Graham Jones, a former Royal Marine who spotted a different so-called Walter Mitty at a Remembrance parade near Wrexham a decade ago.

From BBC

His colleagues from North Wales Police were also quickly on scene, said the dad, adding that he and his wife were grateful for everyone's support, including NHS staff at Wrexham Maelor Hospital and Alder Hey, who "have been fantastic".

From BBC

Forest boss Sean Dyche had blasted his side for their first half performance in crashing out to second-tier Wrexham in the FA Cup last weekend.

From Barron's

League One Mansfield Town edged a seven-goal thriller at Championship side Sheffield United, while Wrexham and Newcastle United both won penalty shootouts following entertaining 3-3 draws.

From BBC

And among the beneficiaries were Wrexham, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and a non-league side as recently as 2023, as they eliminated top-flight Nottingham Forest on penalties.

From BBC