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Definition of belfast

belfast

/ˈbɛl.fæst/
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belfast Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, situated on the banks of the River Lagan on the east coast, historically recognized for its linen production and major shipbuilding industry, notably the construction of the RMS Titanic.

Example

"During our tour of Northern Ireland, we spent three days in Belfast exploring its historic shipyards and vibrant cultural quarters."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Irish 'Béal Feirste', meaning 'mouth of the sandbank ford', referring to the sandbar where the River Farset meets the River Lagan.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Belfast. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/belfast
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