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Definition of verviers
verviers
/vɛərˈvjeɪ/
Ver · viers
verviers Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A city and municipality in the Walloon province of Liège in eastern Belgium, situated along the Vesdre river and historically renowned as a major European center for the wool and textile industries.
Example
"During the Industrial Revolution, Verviers prospered significantly due to the high-quality water of the Vesdre river, which proved ideal for washing and treating wool."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Gallo-Roman and medieval settlements in the Vesdre valley, the city's name is tied to its historical establishment in the Prince-Bishopric of Liège. It later became globally recognized in the 18th and 19th centuries for its booming textile industry.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Verviers. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/verviers