chelsea

Chel-sea · proper noun

imported

Definitions

proper noun

  1. 1.

    A district in west London, England, known for its affluent character and cultural significance.

  2. 2.

    Chelsea F.C., a professional football (soccer) club based in Fulham, London.

  3. 3.

    A female given name.

  4. 4.

    Various places in the United States, including neighborhoods in New York City and a city in Massachusetts.

Related words

See also: England, london

Etymology

From Old English Cealchyð, meaning "chalk landing place" or "chalk wharf," from cealc ("chalk") + hyð ("landing place").