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Definition of allentown

allentown

/ˈæl.ənˌtaʊn/
Al · len · town
Plural:Allentowns
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allentown Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major city in eastern Pennsylvania, United States, situated on the Lehigh River; it serves as the economic hub of the Lehigh Valley region and is historically noted for its industrial and manufacturing heritage.

Example

"Following the decline of its heavy manufacturing industry, Allentown has undergone significant economic revitalization in recent decades."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Founded in 1762 by William Allen, a Chief Justice of colonial Pennsylvania. Originally established as Northamptontown, it was later renamed Allentown in his honor.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Allentown. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/allentown
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