boulevard

Meanings

• noun

  A broad, landscaped urban thoroughfare, often lined with trees and designed for the convenience of traffic.

  - "The boulevard was filled with people enjoying the sunny weather."
  - "The parade route took place on the main boulevard of the city."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbʊləvɑɹd/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with boulevard
barrard , marquard

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Variants

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boulevard , boulevards

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Etymology

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French word meaning 'broad road' or 'broad way'.

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Trivia

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1. The Champs-Élysées in Paris is one of the world's most famous boulevards.

2. The term 'boulevard' is also used to describe a type of military fortification.

3. The longest boulevard in the world is the Boulevard Circuito Costero in Argentina, which is over 5,000 kilometers long.

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Related Concepts

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1. avenue: A wide, often tree-lined road in a city, similar to a boulevard.

2. promenade: A wide, pedestrian-only walkway, often located along a body of water or in a park.

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Culture

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Boulevards have been a prominent feature of urban planning since the 18th century, particularly in Europe and North America. They were designed to facilitate traffic and provide a scenic and enjoyable experience for pedestrians.

How to Memorize "boulevard"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a wide, tree-lined street with cars passing by and people walking along the sidewalk.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'boulevard' with 'broad' and 'road' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'B-O-U-L: Broad Outdoor Urban Landscape' to remember the meaning of boulevard.

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