birthplace

noun

birth·​place ˈbərth-ˌplās How to pronounce birthplace (audio)
: place of birth or origin

Examples of birthplace in a Sentence

He visited his grandmother's birthplace. New Orleans is regarded as the birthplace of jazz.
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Perfect justice is illusory because our parents or birthplace are serendipitous. Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 16 Jan. 2025 Liverpool This English maritime city is usually known as the Beatles' birthplace, but also offers a dopamine boost for travelers. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025 Top picks in the Carolinas: Krispy Kreme Doughnut Factory Tour (Winston-Salem, NC): Discover the birthplace of the famous glazed doughnuts and watch them being made — fresh and hot. Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025 But Parker says Philly has a strong case as the birthplace of democracy. Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for birthplace 

Word History

First Known Use

1610, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of birthplace was in 1610

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“Birthplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birthplace. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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birthplace

noun
birth·​place -ˌplās How to pronounce birthplace (audio)
: place of birth or origin

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