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Definition of christchurch

christchurch

/ˈkraɪst.tʃɜːrtʃ/
christ · church
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christchurch Lexical Profile

• noun

1

New Zealand A major city located on the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand, known for its English heritage, expansive parks, and role as a gateway to the Antarctic.

2

British A coastal town in Dorset, England, situated at the adjoining estuaries of the rivers Stour and Avon.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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