Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Jamestown
Proper Noun
/ˈdʒeɪmztaʊn/
Definition
Jamestown is a historic site in Virginia and the first permanent English settlement in North America, founded in 1607.
Examples
- Jamestown was established by the Virginia Company of London.
- The settlers in Jamestown faced numerous challenges, including food shortages and conflicts with Native Americans.
- Today, Jamestown is a popular tourist destination and part of the Colonial National Historical Park.
Meaning
The term ‘Jamestown’ refers to the location and its significance as the first successful English colony in America.
Synonyms
- Historic settlement
- Colonial outpost
