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Definition of bydgoszcz

bydgoszcz

/ˈbɪd.ɡɒʃtʃ/
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bydgoszcz Lexical Profile

• noun

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A major city in northern Poland, located on the Brda and Vistula rivers, serving as the co-capital of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship and known for its historic riverside architecture.

Example

"During her architectural tour of Eastern Europe, she visited Bydgoszcz to admire its beautifully preserved half-timbered granaries along the river."

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old Polish personal name Bydgost, reflecting its early medieval Slavic origins as a settlement.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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