Luton
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English
Pronunciation
Etymology 1
From the name of the River Lea + Old English tūn (“enclosure; settlement, town”). Doublet of Leyton.
Proper noun
Luton
- A town and unitary authority with borough status in Bedfordshire, England.
- A hamlet in Broadhembury parish, East Devon district, Devon, England (OS grid ref ST0802).
- A small village in Bishopsteignton parish, Teignbridge district, Devon (OS grid ref SX9076).
- An airport to the north of London, in Bedfordshire, England.
Derived terms
Etymology 2
From a clipping of Luton van or Luton body, which incorporate such a part into the design.
Noun
Luton (plural Lutons)
- (road transport) A part of the body of a commercial or recreational vehicle that extends over the cab.