boston

noun
UK: /ˈbɒstən/
US: /ˈbɔːstən/

  1. A large city and port in Massachusetts, USA.

    1. Boston is a really old city. [ ] [ ]
    2. I'm planning a trip to Boston next summer with my family and kids. [ ] [ ]

  2. A city that is the state capital of Massachusetts.

    1. I live near Boston now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Boston's history makes it a unique place for any American to visit. [ ] [ ]
boston adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of Boston, Massachusetts.

    1. This is a Boston market. [ ] [ ]
    2. She has a very distinct Boston accent, very distinct and unique. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "boston" in English means: A large city and port in Massachusetts, USA., A city that is the state capital of Massachusetts..

The phonetic transcription of "boston" is /ˈbɒstən/ in British English and /ˈbɔːstən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "boston": "Boston is a really old city.". More examples on the page.