Lille

geographical name

variants or formerly Lisle
ˈlēl How to pronounce Lille (audio)
ˈlīl
city in northern France population 227,560

Note: Lille was founded in the 11th century.

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“Lille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Lille. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.

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