What is another word for Stepney?

Pronunciation: [stˈɛpnɪ] (IPA)

Stepney is a district located in the East End of London. It is known for its diverse community and historical landmarks such as St. Dunstan's Church and Stepney Green. There are several synonyms for the word "Stepney" that can be used to refer to this area, including: 1. East London - a broader term for the entire eastern region of London 2. Tower Hamlets - the London borough in which Stepney is located 3. Whitechapel - a nearby district known for its market and immigration history 4. Mile End - a neighboring area that is home to Queen Mary University of London 5. Limehouse - a district to the south of Stepney that is known for its canal and docklands heritage.

What are the hypernyms for Stepney?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Stepney

Besides, she lives at Stepney, and I don't 'ear from 'er once in six months; she don't interfere with me and I don't interfere with her."
"At Sunwich Port, Complete"
W.W. Jacobs
Mr. Puffington "was the son of a great starch-maker at Stepney."
"John Leech, His Life and Work. Vol. 1"
William Powell Frith
"Jackson drove off as soon as he'd told Stepney and me to get them," he explained.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss

Famous quotes with Stepney

  • “But you're a Philosopher!” Julian exclaimed at one point. “This is Philosophy, not Religion, since you rule out supernatural beings—you know that as well as I do!” “I suppose it Philosophy, looked at from one angle,” Stepney conceded. “But there’s no money in Philosophy, Julian. Religion is far more lucrative as a career.”
    Robert Charles Wilson
  • “Sometimes he wears the crown,” Magnus Stepney once remarked, “and sometimes, by the grace of God, he takes the damned thing off.”
    Robert Charles Wilson

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