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Cowes

American

[kouz] / kaʊz /

noun

a seaport on the Isle of Wight, in southern England: a resort town.

Cowes British

/ kaʊz /

noun

a town in S England, on the Isle of Wight: famous for its annual regatta. Pop: 19 110 (2001)

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Flooding also hit parts of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, and many coastal roads were left impassable, including Castle Street, East Cowes, and Western Shore near Southampton.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

The authority said that as a precautionary measure it recommended flood protection be installed at Medina Road, Cowes, one hour before high tide.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

Affected islanders have been urged to visit East side Kerb, opposite East Cowes Town Hall or County Hall reception in Newport.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2023

Christchurch Harbour, Hamble estuary and East Cowes were also identified as areas of risk.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2023

It was lovely sitting under the trees, so cool and quiet after the noise and glare of Cowes.

From Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 by Waddington, Mary King

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