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Definition of sheffield

sheffield

/ˈʃɛf.iːld/
shef · field
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sheffield Lexical Profile

• noun

1

British A major city and metropolitan borough in South Yorkshire, England, historically renowned worldwide for its steel production and metallurgy.

Example

"She moved to Sheffield to study at the university and explore the city's rich industrial heritage."

• Nearby Words

sheepdog
sheepshead
sheet
sheffield
sheksna
shelduck
shelf

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the River Sheaf, which flows through the city, combined with the Old English 'feld', meaning a forest clearing or open country.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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