allentown

/ˌælənˈtaʊn/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States.

“I’m from Allentown and love visiting the local art museum.”

2. noun

A steel town in eastern Pennsylvania, often associated with the steel industry.

“The city of Allentown was known for its steel production during the mid-20th century.”

Synonyms

  • industrial city
  • steel town

Antonyms

  • resort city
  • tourist town