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单词 mill town
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Definition of mill town in English:

mill town

noun
  • 1Scottish a set of buildings or hamlet adjoining a mill.

  • 2A town characterized by the presence of a manufacturing mill or mills.

Origin

Late 15th century; earliest use found in Acts of Lords of Council in Civil Causes. Attested earlier in place names: see quots.

 
 

Definition of mill town in US English:

mill town

noun
  • 1Scottish a set of buildings or hamlet adjoining a mill.

  • 2A town characterized by the presence of a manufacturing mill or mills.

Origin

Late 15th century; earliest use found in Acts of Lords of Council in Civil Causes. Attested earlier in place names: see quots.

 
 
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