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bordeaux

/bɔːrˈdoʊ/
bor · deaux

Plural:bordeaux
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• noun

1

A major port city in southwestern France situated along the Garonne River, renowned globally as the historic center of a premier wine-producing region.


2

A high-quality red or white wine produced in the Bordeaux region of southwestern France.

Example

"He ordered a vintage bordeaux to pair with the steak dinner."


3

A deep, dark red color resembling that of red Bordeaux wine.

Example

"She chose a velvet dress in a rich bordeaux for the evening gala."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to the city, 'Bordeaux' is capitalized. When referring to the wine or color, it is often written in lowercase ('a glass of bordeaux'), though capitalization is also widely accepted.

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Word Origin & Etymology

From the French city of Bordeaux (derived from the Latin 'Burdigala'), which has been a globally prominent center of the wine trade for centuries.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bordeaux. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bordeaux
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