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Definition of oxford

oxford

/ˈɑːksfərd/
ox · ford

Plural:oxfords
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Adjective:Oxonian
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1

A historic university city in Oxfordshire, southern England, located at the confluence of the rivers Thames and Cherwell.


2

The University of Oxford, the oldest collegiate research university in the English-speaking world, located in Oxford, England.

Example

"She earned a scholarship to study modern history at Oxford."


3

A type of low-heeled leather dress shoe characterized by a closed lacing system in which the eyelet tabs are stitched underneath the vamp.

Example

"He polished his brown leather oxfords before leaving for the formal interview."


4

A durable, basket-weave cotton fabric constructed with dyed warp threads and white weft threads, commonly used to make dress and casual shirts.

Example

"Button-down shirts tailored from breathable oxford remain a staple of classic menswear."

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