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Từ điển Oxford Advanced Learner 8th
Liverpool
Liverpool [Liverpool] BrE NAmE
a large city and port in north-west England, on the River Mersey. It first became important during the ↑Industrial Revolution, producing and exporting cotton goods. It was also a major port for the slave trade, receiving profits from the sale of slaves in America. In the 20th century the city became famous as the home of the ↑Beatles and for Liverpool and Everton football clubs. Among its many famous buildings are the Royal Liver Building with its two towers, the Anglican and Roman Catholic cathedrals, and the ↑Walker Art Gallery. In 2008 it held the European Capital of Culture title.
See also ↑Mersey beat
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