Meaning of Burton in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbərtn/

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  1. Noun

    Burton

    Etymology

    Second World War (originally RAF slang): perhaps referring to Burton ale, from Burton upon Trent

    Definitions

    1. English explorer who with John Speke was the first European to explore Lake Tanganyika (1821-1890)
  2. 2. Welsh film actor who often co-starred with Elizabeth Taylor (1925-1984)
  3. 3. a strong dark English ale

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