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Wimbledon

Verb / ˈwɪmbʌldʌn / Another word for wimbledon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wimbledon is a famous tennis tournament held annually in Wimbledon, a district of southwest London.

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Common collocations

  • Wimbledon Championships
  • Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
  • Wimbledon Common
  • Wimbledon Village
  • Wimbledon tennis
  • Wimbledon final
  • Wimbledon tournament

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Usage note

Wimbledon is a proper noun referring to a specific tennis tournament and its location. It is not typically used as a common noun or in a figurative sense.

Example sentences

  1. The Wimbledon tournament is one of the most prestigious tennis events in the world.
  2. The Wimbledon final is always a thrilling match to watch.
  3. Many famous tennis players dream of winning Wimbledon.
  4. My sister and I played a game of pretend Wimbledon in our backyard.
  5. The Wimbledon crowds are always very enthusiastic.

Quotes

  • 'Wimbledon is the only tournament that counts. It's the one everyone wants to win.' - John McEnroe
  • 'Wimbledon is the Mecca of tennis. Everyone wants to win there.' - Bjorn Borg
  • 'Wimbledon is the best tournament in the world and winning it is very special.' - Pete Sampras

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