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Definition of jurong

jurong

/dʒuːˈrɒŋ/
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jurong Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major geographical region and planning area situated in the southwesternmost part of Singapore, widely recognized for its extensive industrial estates, port facilities, and large residential towns.

Example

"In the 1960s, the government successfully transformed the mangrove swamps of Jurong into Singapore's primary industrial hub."

• Rhymes for jurong

• Nearby Words

juniperus
junk
jura
jurong
jurua
juruena
jury

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Malay, with debated origins; it may stem from 'jerung' (meaning 'shark') or 'jurang' (meaning 'gorge' or 'ravine'). It gained historical prominence in the 1960s when it was developed into Singapore's premier industrial estate.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

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