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Definition of glasgow

glasgow

/ˈɡlæz.ɡoʊ/
Glas · gow
Adjective:Glaswegian
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glasgow Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The most populous city in Scotland and the third most populous in the United Kingdom, located on the River Clyde in the West Central Lowlands, historically renowned for its major port, cultural institutions, and shipbuilding industry.

Example

"She traveled to Glasgow to study architecture and explore the city's rich industrial heritage."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Brythonic Celtic 'glas cau', meaning 'green hollow', referring to a ravine to the east of Glasgow Cathedral.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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