dover

[US]/ˈdəuvə/
[UK]/ˈdovɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the port of Dover in southeast England

Phrases & Collocations

Dover Castle

Dover Strait

Example Sentences

The white cliffs of Dover are a famous landmark in England.

She took a ferry from Dover to Calais.

Dover is a major port for ferries crossing the English Channel.

The Dover Strait separates England from France.

The Dover Patrol was a Royal Navy command during World War I.

He went for a walk along the Dover seafront.

The Dover sole is a popular flatfish for cooking.

Dover is known for its historic castle and Roman lighthouse.

The Dover to Dunkirk route is popular for travelers going to Europe.

The Dover Downs racetrack hosts various horse racing events.

Real-world Examples

What if we keep the Dover sole and change the cod to a crown roast?

Source: Downton Abbey (Audio Version) Season 6

I'm alright, thank you, welcome to Dover!

Source: British Vintage Makeup Tutorial

Welcome to Delaware, visit Dover if your board.

Source: Children's Encyclopedia Song

Phil Black, CNN, near Dover on the English Channel.

Source: CNN 10 Student English January 2019 Collection

Dover sole. Sir? -White Fish Authority?

Source: Yes, Minister Season 1

I knew she lived somewhere near Dover, in Kent.

Source: Selected Works of David Copperfield

The restrictions are being felt most acutely at Dover.

Source: VOA Standard English_Europe

Dover sole, much more expensive very fine white flesh.

Source: Gourmet Base

We're just off Dover. We have just left.

Source: PBS Interview Environmental Series

From NPR news, I am Gims Doreen, in Dover.

Source: NPR News November 2012 Compilation

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