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Definition of bronx

bronx

/brɑːŋks/
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bronx Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American One of the five boroughs of New York City, coextensive with Bronx County in the US state of New York, known geographically as the city's northernmost borough.

Word Nuance & Usage

In standard English usage, 'Bronx' is almost exclusively preceded by the definite article 'the', distinguishing it syntactically from other New York City boroughs like Brooklyn or Manhattan.

• Rhymes for bronx

• Nearby Words

bromeliad
bromo
brontosaurus
bronx
bronzewing
brooch
brook trout

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bronx. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bronx
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