toʊˈkiːoʊ

Definitions

1. noun

The capital city of Japan, located at the head of Tokyo Bay in Honshu Island.

“The Tokyo Olympics were a huge success.”

2. proper noun

A Japanese prefecture that includes the city of Tokyo.

“The city of Tokyo is located in the Tokyo prefecture.”

3. verb

To make something similar to the city of Tokyo, especially in terms of modernity and technology.

“The new skyscraper was said to be Tokyo-ized, reflecting the city’s cutting-edge style.”