English

Hollywood

ˈhɑliˌwʊd, ˈhɑː.li.wʊd
Meaning: the center of the US movie industry; a district in Los Angeles
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈhɑː.li.wʊd

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Example sentences

He moved to Hollywood to follow his dream of becoming an actor.
He moved to Hollywood to follow his dream of becoming an actor.
He is a famous Hollywood producer who has won many awards.
He is a famous Hollywood producer who has won many awards.
The latest Hollywood blockbuster broke all box office records.
The latest Hollywood blockbuster broke all box office records.
Jean Harlow became a major Hollywood star before she turned thirty.
Jean Harlow became a major Hollywood star before she turned thirty.
Rita Hayworth became a symbol of classic Hollywood glamour.
Rita Hayworth became a symbol of classic Hollywood glamour.

Usage Notes

Can refer specifically to the location or metonymically to the American film industry as a whole.

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