derry

¹ American  

[der-ee] / ˈdɛr i /

noun

PLURAL

derries

1. a meaningless refrain or chorus in old songs.

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Derry ² American  

[der-ee] / ˈdɛr i /

noun

1. Londonderry.

2. a town in SE New Hampshire.

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Derry ¹ British  

/ ˈdɛrɪ /

noun

1. a district in NW Northern Ireland, in Co Londonderry. Pop: 106 456 (2003 est). Area: 387 sq km (149 sq miles)

2. another name for Londonderry

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derry ² British  

/ ˈdɛrɪ /

noun

1. to have a prejudice or grudge against

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derry ³ British  

/ ˈdɛrɪ /

noun

1. slang  a derelict house, esp one used by tramps, drug addicts, etc

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Etymology

Origin of derry

First recorded in 1545–55; of obscure origin

Example Sentences

There was no bail application and he was remanded in custody to appear again in person at Derry courthouse on 18 December.

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"This appalling act in no way reflects the people of Derry," the Sinn Féin deputy leader said.

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"Derry is a place where people are welcomed no matter where they are from."

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A previous daily service between City of Derry Airport and Dublin, funded by the Irish government, was withdrawn in 2011.

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A spokeswoman for Derry City and Strabane District Council, owners of City of Derry airport, said the PSO route to Dublin "represents a strategic opportunity for us to strengthen links, improve access for business and tourism".

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