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waterford

/ˈwɔːtərfərd/
Wa · ter · ford
Plural:Waterfords
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waterford Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Irish A major port city in southeastern Ireland, historically significant as the country's oldest city and internationally renowned for its crystal manufacturing.

2

A brand or type of highly prized lead crystal and glassware originally crafted in the city of Waterford, Ireland.

Example

"The bride received an elegant pair of Waterford champagne flutes as a wedding gift."

3

Irish A county in the province of Munster, located on the southern coast of the Republic of Ireland.

Example

"Much of County Waterford is defined by its rugged coastlines and the impressive scenery of the Comeragh Mountains."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old Norse 'Veðrafjǫrðr', meaning 'ram fjord' or 'windy fjord'. It was later anglicized to 'Waterford' by folk etymology associating it with the English words 'water' and 'ford'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Waterford. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/waterford
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