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PRONUNCIATION OF ACCRINGTON

Accrington  [ˈækrɪŋtən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF ACCRINGTON

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Accrington is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES ACCRINGTON MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Accrington

Coordinates: 53°45′12″N 2°21′50″W / 53.75337°N 2.36384°W / 53.75337; -2.36384 Accrington is a town in the Hyndburn borough of Lancashire, England. It lies about 4 miles east of Blackburn, 6 miles west of Burnley, 20 miles north of Manchester city centre and is situated on the mostly culverted River Hyndburn. Commonly abbreviated by locals to "Accy", the town has a population of 35,203 according to the 2001 census and the urban area has a population of over 70,000. Accrington is a former centre of the cotton and textile machinery industries. The town is famed for manufacturing the hardest and densest building bricks in the world, "The Accrington NORI", which were used in the construction of the Empire State Building and for the foundations of Blackpool Tower; famous for Accrington Stanley F.C. and the Haworth Art Gallery which holds Europe's largest collection of Tiffany Glass.

Definition of Accrington in the English dictionary

The definition of Accrington in the dictionary is a town in NW England, in SE Lancashire. Pop: 35 203.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH ACCRINGTON


Arlington
ˈɑːlɪŋtən
Barrington
ˈbærɪŋtən
Bennington
ˈbɛnɪŋtən
Bloomington
ˈbluːmɪŋtən
Burlington
ˈbɜːlɪŋtən
Carrington
ˈkærɪŋtən
Darlington
ˈdɑːlɪŋtən
Ellington
ˈɛlɪŋtən
Harrington
ˈhærɪŋtən
Islington
ˈɪzlɪŋtən
Lexington
ˈlɛksɪŋtən
Norrington
ˈnɒrɪŋtən
Orpington
ˈɔːpɪŋtən
quarrington
ˈkwɒrɪŋtən
Sherrington
ˈʃɛrɪŋtən
Warrington
ˈwɒrɪŋtən
Washington
ˈwɒʃɪŋtən
Wellington
ˈwɛlɪŋtən
Whittington
ˈwɪtɪŋtən
Wilmington
ˈwɪlmɪŋtən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ACCRINGTON

Accra

WORDS THAT END LIKE ACCRINGTON

Addington
Aldington
Babington
Bebington
Bedlington
Bonington
Eddington
Hartington
Lake Washington
lamington
Langton
Lymington
Mount Washington
skimmington
Tarkington
Woffington

Synonyms and antonyms of Accrington in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Accrington» into 25 languages

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Translator English - Chinese

艾宁顿
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Accrington
570 millions of speakers

English

Accrington
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

Accrington
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

أكرينغتون
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Аккрингтон
278 millions of speakers

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Accrington
270 millions of speakers

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Accrington
260 millions of speakers

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Accrington
220 millions of speakers

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Accrington
190 millions of speakers

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Accrington
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

アクリントン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

애 크링턴
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Accrington
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Accrington
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தொடர்புகொள்ள Accrington
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ऍक्रिंग्टन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Accrington
70 millions of speakers

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Accrington
65 millions of speakers

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Accrington
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Аккрингтон
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Accrington
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Ακρινγκτον
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Accrington
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

Accrington
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Accrington
5 millions of speakers

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ACCRINGTON»

The term «Accrington» is quite widely used and occupies the 40.670 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «ACCRINGTON» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Accrington

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ACCRINGTON»

Discover the use of Accrington in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Accrington and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Accrington Pals
This Modern Classic edition includes a new preface by the author, plus a full introduction exploring the themes, social/historical context and characters.The edition will also include a chronology of key events mentioned in the play and ...
Peter Whelan, Steve Lewis, 2011
2
Accrington Pals
Opposite page: The attempted Burnley alternative to the Accrington Pals. This advert appeared in the Burnley News on November 28th, 1914. LL. Burnley Dishict Left: A group from No. 4 Platoon 'A' (Accrington) Company in Milnshaw Park, ...
William Turner, 2008
3
Accrington Pals Trail
This described the work done — and which continues to be done — by the Tourist Information Centre, the Local Studies Library and St. John's Church in Accrington to further the memory of the Pals. In addition, Benjamin Hargreaves Primary ...
William Turner, 1998
4
Accrington Stanley: The Club that Wouldn't Die
When Accrington Stanley went bust in the early 1960s, it had a seismic effect on English football.
Phil Whalley, 2006
5
The Municipal Year Book of the United Kingdom for ...
Surveyor and Exoixeer.-H. Winship. Clerk to the Justices. W . .1. Sedgefleld. District Rati: Coi.lec tor.-W. H. Hemming. Recorder.— W. H. Xash. Lihraria.n. -F. Wicks. ACCRINGTON. Population, 43,122; Rateable Value, £177.2-29; Debt. £ 322.5.
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The British Clay Worker
THE LAW. DEFINITION OF "ACCRINQTON BRICK." A case of great interest to clayworkers was heard at Chorley on the 21st ult., when Jonathan Booth, sales manager of the Accrington Brick and Tile Co., Ltd., summoned the Withnell Brick and ...
7
The British Clayworker: The Organ of the Brick, Tile and ...
THE LAW. DEFINITION OF “ACCRINGTON BRICK." A case of great interest to clayworkers was heard at Chorley on the 21st ult., when Jonathan Booth, sales manager of the Accrington Brick and Tile Co., Ltd., summoned the Withnell Brick and ...
8
Parliamentary Papers, House of Commons and Command
Sanctuary Faithful Abraham, A.O.S. - Royal Oak of England Lodge, L.U. O.F.M. Society of Goodfellowship Accrington Friendly Sick Society Poor Man's Friend Lodge, U.O.F.G. Christ Church School Sick Society - Old 0»k Lodge, O.D. Oak Street ...
Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons, 1878
9
Accrington's Pals: The Full Story
Andrew Jackson's new history tells the story of the Great War as it was experienced by the men of the 11th Battalion, East Lancashire Regiment (Accrington Pals), the 158th (Accrington and Burnley) Brigade, Royal Field Artillery (Howitzers) ...
Andrew Jackson, 2013
10
Accounts and Papers of the House of Commons
O.F.M. Society of Goodfellowship Accrington Friendly Sick Society Poor Man's Friend Lodge, U.O.F.G. Christ Church School Sick Society - Old Oak Lodge, O.D. Oak Street Sunday School Sick Society. A Good Beginning Looks Well Lodge, ...
Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons, 1878

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ACCRINGTON»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Accrington is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Fire at Burnley recycling plant Accrington Road closed
The fire is now under control, three fire engines remain at the site this morning and Accrington road remains closed until further notice. «ITV News, Jul 15»
2
Anthony Barry: Accrington Stanley return for midfielder
Midfielder Anthony Barry has returned to Accrington Stanley for the third time on a one-year deal. The 29-year-old spent the majority of last ... «BBC Sport, Jul 15»
3
PICTURES: Prom night fun for Accrington students
We have also been sent pictures from Mount Carmel and Accrington Academy's proms. If you have a photo from your school prom this year, ... «Accrington Observer, Jul 15»
4
Service to commemorate Battle of the Somme and Accrington Pals
A service commemorating the 99th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme in memory and tribute to the Accrington Pals was held at Church ... «Accrington Observer, Jul 15»
5
Maths magic wins Harry Potter-themed house cup for Accrington
Accrington Academy's students proved they were wizards with numbers when they took first place in a Harry Potter-themed maths challenge. «Accrington Observer, Jul 15»
6
Accrington Stanley bring in 6ft 9in Northern Irish keeper
ACCRINGTON Stanley have signed their second goalkeeper in a week after brining in 6ft 9in former York City shot stopper Jason Mooney. «Lancashire Telegraph, Jul 15»
7
Police issue CCTV appeal following possible theft
CCTV stills of a male police would like to speak to in connection with a £5.99 theft from the Aldi store in Accrington have been released. «Accrington Observer, Jul 15»
8
Jason Mooney: Accrington Stanley sign York City keeper
Accrington Stanley have signed their second goalkeeper of the week, bringing in Jason Mooney from York City on a one-year deal. The former ... «BBC Sport, Jul 15»
9
Accrington striker James Gray signs for Wrexham AFC to replace …
Gary Mills has acted swiftly to replace star striker Louis Moult, landing Accrington frontman James Gray. Gray has had his contract at Accrington ... «LeaderLive, Jul 15»
10
Funeral held for former Accrington draughtsman and traffic warden
Trevor, aged 80, was the son of Jack and Brenda Halliwell and a resident of the Willows Lane area of Accrington until he moved to Edinburgh ... «Accrington Observer, Jul 15»

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