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单词 Rotten Row
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Rotten Row

/ˌrɒtn ˈrəʊ/
noun
1A broad track in Hyde Park, London, running from Hyde Park Corner to Kensington Palace, and traditionally used for horse riding.
  • The track was built by William III in 1690 as a direct route between St James' Palace and the new royal residence in Kensington. It was formerly a highly fashionable meeting place for riders, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries.Also in shortened form the Row..
2 Nautical. An area in Portsmouth harbour where navy vessels in need of repair or renovation are moored; (also) any coastal area where dilapidated boats are moored awaiting refit or scrapping.

Origin

Mid 18th century; earliest use found in The Critical Review.

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