English

Proper noun

Philadelphia

1. Largest city in Pennsylvania, located in southeastern part of the state along the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. Site of the Independence Hall; former capitol of United States. Nicknamed "City of Brotherly Love".
2. (historical) Ancient name of Amman, the capital of Jordan.
3. (historical) Ancient name of Alaşehir, Turkey.
4. Any of a number of towns and villages around the world.

Derived terms

• Philadelphian
• Philly

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