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winchester

Pronunciation: [ˈwɪnʧɛstər]

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Learn how to use winchester in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “historical”

(noun) a city in England that has a lot of history and was once the capital of England. It's known for its old buildings and the beautiful cathedral.

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I visited Winchester last summer and loved exploring the ancient streets.

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I didn't enjoy my trip to Winchester because it rained the whole time.

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Have you ever been to Winchester to see its famous cathedral?

Context: “firearms”

(noun) a type of rifle made by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. These guns are known for their quality and were popular in the Old West.

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He proudly showed off his antique Winchester that he inherited from his grandfather.

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That model of Winchester isn't very reliable anymore and can jam easily.

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Did you know that the Winchester rifle was often called 'the gun that won the West'?

Context: “movie/reference”

(noun) a reference to the Winchester Mansion, a famous and mysterious house in California, known for its unusual architecture.

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The documentary about the Winchester Mansion was really interesting and spooky.

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The tour of the Winchester Mansion wasn't worth it; it felt too rushed.

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What do you find most fascinating about the Winchester Mansion?

How to pronounce winchester

Pronunciation: [ˈwɪnʧɛstər]

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