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columbus

/kəˈlʌm.bəs/

Traduction: Nom propre ou nom commun se référant à Christophe Colomb, à la capitale de l'Ohio, ou à divers lieux et objets nommés d'après lui, ainsi qu'au nom commun désignant un type de navire ou la monnaie de certaines régions.

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noun

/kəˈlʌm.bəs/B1formalamerican
  • frNom propre ou nom commun se référant à Christophe Colomb, à la capitale de l'Ohio, ou à divers lieux et objets nommés d'après lui, ainsi qu'au nom commun désignant un type de navire ou la monnaie de certaines régions.

A proper noun referring to a specific person, place, or entity, such as the capital city of Ohio, the Italian explorer who discovered the New World, or various towns and cities in the United States.

indénombrable · nom propre

  1. City in OhioB1formalamerican

    The capital city of the U.S. state of Ohio, situated in the central part of the state and home to Ohio State University.

    frColumbus (capitale de l'Ohio)

    • Columbus is known for its vibrant arts scene and numerous parks.
    • The Ohio State University campus is located in Columbus.
    • Many tech companies have established offices in Columbus.
  2. B1formal

    An Italian navigator and explorer who, while seeking a western sea route to Asia, reached the Americas in 1492 under the sponsorship of the Spanish monarchs.

    frChristophe Colomb

    • Christopher Columbus made four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean.
    • Columbus's expeditions initiated widespread contact between Europeans and Indigenous Americans.
    • The explorer Columbus is a controversial figure in modern historical discussions.
  3. Town in MississippiB2formalamerican

    A town located in eastern Mississippi, near the border with Alabama.

    frColumbus (Mississippi)

    • Columbus, Mississippi, is known for its historic antebellum homes.
    • The town of Columbus hosts an annual pilgrimage showcasing its architecture.
    • Columbus, Mississippi, is situated along the Tombigbee River.
  4. City in GeorgiaB2formalamerican

    A city in western Georgia, located on the Chattahoochee River, and recognized as an industrial center.

    frColumbus (Géorgie, États-Unis)

    • Columbus, Georgia, has a strong manufacturing and military presence.
    • The city of Columbus is home to Fort Moore, a major U.S. Army base.
    • Columbus, Georgia, offers a variety of cultural attractions along the riverfront.
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  • columbus's possessive singular form