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oxford

Syllabification: (ox·ford)
Pronunciation: /ˈäksfərd/
Definition of oxford

noun

  • 1 (also oxford shoe) a type of lace-up shoe with a low heel.
  • 2 (also oxford cloth) a heavy cotton cloth chiefly used to make shirts.

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