Meaning of the word Wimbledon in English

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Wimbledon

US /ˈwɪm.bəl.dən/
UK /ˈwɪm.bəl.dən/
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Noun

1.

a district of southwest London, England, famous for its annual tennis championships

Example:
The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is located in Wimbledon.
Many tourists visit Wimbledon during the tennis tournament.
2.

the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, held annually in Wimbledon, London

Example:
Winning Wimbledon is a dream for every tennis player.
The grass courts of Wimbledon are iconic.