Definitions of Wellington
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the capital of New Zealandsynonyms: capital of New Zealandexample of:national capitalthe capital city of a nation
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British general and statesman; he defeated Napoleon at Waterloo; subsequently served as Prime Minister (1769-1852)example of:national leader, solon, statesmana man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
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(19th century) a man's high tasseled bootsynonyms: Hessian boot, Wellington boot, hessian, jackboottype of:bootfootwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg
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Australia and New Zealand - Introductory
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Australia and New Zealand - Middle School and High School
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