Stepney

[ step-nee ]

noun

1. a former borough of Greater London, England, now part of Tower Hamlets.

stepney

/ ˈstɛpnɪ /

noun

1. a spare tyre

Word History and Origins

Origin of Stepney¹

C20: from Stepney Street , Llanelli, the address of a tyre manufacturer

Example Sentences

Ralegh would find its vicinity to Stepney, the general resort of seamen, convenient.

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Further on lay the hamlet of Stebenhithe (Stepney), with its low broad-towered church.

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Yes, these little mites arrive at Stepney somewhat strangely at times.

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Among other places, she applied to the police in London, and the authorities suggested that she should call at Stepney.

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Concerning these photographs, a great deal might be said, for the photographic studio at Stepney is an institution in itself.

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