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Compton

Verb / ˈkɑ:mptʌn / Another word for compton — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Compton is a city in southern Los Angeles County, California, United States.

Synonyms & similar words

arthurhollycompton arthurcompton compton Comptonville Comptonhood Comptonland Comptontown Comptonsville Comptonwood Comptopia Comptonton Comptontropolis Comptontucky Comptonview

Common collocations

  • Arthur Compton
  • Compton scattering
  • Compton effect
  • Compton wavelength
  • Compton telescope
  • Compton gamma ray observatory

Word family

noun Compton

Usage note

Compton is primarily used as a proper noun, most notably in reference to Arthur Compton, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist, and scientific phenomena named after him like Compton scattering.

Example sentences

  1. Compton is a city located in the southern part of Los Angeles County.
  2. My friend lives in Compton.
  3. Compton is known for its musical roots in the hip hop industry.
  4. I love exploring new cities, and Compton is on my list.
  5. Compton has a rich history and culture.

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