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hutong

Pronunciation: /ˈhuːtɒŋ/
Definition of hutong

noun (plural same or hutongs)

  • a narrow lane or alleyway in a traditional residential area of a Chinese city, especially Beijing.

Origin:

Chinese hútòng, probably from Mongolian gudum

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