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oxford

Pronunciation: /ˈɒksfəd/
Definition of oxford

noun

  • 1 (also oxford cloth) [mass noun] a thick cotton fabric chiefly used to make shirts: [as modifier]:an oxford shirt
  • 2 (also oxford shoe) a type of lace-up shoe with a low heel: suede oxfords are the essential shoes for autumn

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