Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Dunkirk
Proper noun
/ˈdʌn.kɜːk/
Definition
Dunkirk is the name of a coastal town in northern France, known for its significant historical event during World War II.
Examples
- The Dunkirk evacuation is often considered a miraculous retreat.
- Many films have been made about the events at Dunkirk.
- In 1940, hundreds of thousands of soldiers were rescued from Dunkirk’s beaches.
Meaning
The term Dunkirk refers to the place where a major evacuation of Allied soldiers took place in 1940, during the early stages of World War II.
Synonyms
- none (as it is a proper noun)
