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Definition of lucknow
lucknow
/ˈlʌk.naʊ/
Luck · now
lucknow Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
The capital and largest city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, situated on the banks of the Gomti River, renowned for its Mughal and Awadhi architecture, vibrant cultural heritage, and historical significance during the 1857 Indian Rebellion.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lucknow. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lucknow