houghton

• 专有名词，指美国出版商霍顿（1823-1895），他创办了重要的图书出版公司；也指位于密歇根州上半岛西北部的一座城市。

A proper noun referring to either a United States publisher (1823-1895) who founded an important book publishing company, or a town in northwest Michigan on the Upper Peninsula.

不可数 · 专有名词

1. Surname of a publisherC1formalamerican

   Refers to Henry Oscar Houghton, a 19th-century American publisher who founded a printing business that evolved into a major publishing house.

   出版商的姓氏

   • Houghton established his printing shop in 1852.
   • The Houghton publishing company became known for high-quality books.
   • Henry Houghton's legacy continues in the publishing industry.

2. Town in MichiganB2formalamerican

   A town located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, USA, near the Keweenaw Peninsula.

   霍顿

   • Houghton is home to Michigan Technological University.
   • The town of Houghton is known for its scenic beauty and winter sports.
   • Many tourists visit Houghton to explore the nearby copper mines.