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Bristol

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Type Settlement
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. BRIS-təl
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Meaning & History

Name of a city in southwest England, derived from Old English Brycgstow meaning "the site of the bridge".
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Given Name DescendantBristol(English)
Surname DescendantsBristol, Bristow(English)
Entry updated October 20, 2016
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