Canterbury
Pronunciation: [ˈkæntərbəri]
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Context: “location”
(noun) Canterbury is a city in England. It's known for its historical buildings, especially the famous cathedral. Many people visit it to see its beautiful architecture and learn about its history.
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We visited Canterbury last summer and saw the incredible cathedral.
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We didn't go to Canterbury; instead, we chose to visit a different city.
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Have you ever been to Canterbury and seen the sights there?
Context: “literature”
(noun) The Canterbury Tales is a famous book written by Geoffrey Chaucer. It tells stories from different people traveling to Canterbury and sharing their tales along the way.
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In school, we read The Canterbury Tales and talked about the different stories.
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I wasn't interested in reading The Canterbury Tales at all; I found it boring.
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What is your favorite story from The Canterbury Tales?
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