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Definition of halifax

halifax

/ˈhæl.ɪ.fæks/
Hal · i · fax
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halifax Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Canadian The capital and largest municipality of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, functioning as a major Atlantic port and the primary economic and cultural center of Atlantic Canada.

2

British A historic minster town in West Yorkshire, England, historically renowned as a major center for woolen manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution.

• Nearby Words

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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 Halifax. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/halifax
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