name
Brandenburg
BRAN-duhn-burg
name
1
A state in northeastern Germany surrounding Berlin, and historically a major territory of Prussia.
"They drove through the forests of Brandenburg on the way to Berlin."
noun
1
An ornamental looped fastening or braided trim on the front of a coat, especially in military-style uniforms.
"The officer's jacket was trimmed with elaborate brandenburgs down the front."
How to Use Brandenburg
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually refers to the German state; in fashion and tailoring, it can also mean a decorative looped trim on a coat.
Word Forms
Brandenburgs plural
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Etymology
From the German place name Brandenburg; the decorative coat-fastening sense borrowed the name because the style was associated with Brandenburg military uniforms.