Harley Street

English

Etymology

After Edward Harley, 2nd Earl of Oxford and Earl Mortimer (1869-1741).

Pronunciation
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈhɑː.li ˌstɹiːt/

Proper noun

Harley Street

  1. A street in Westminster having many physicians' practices.
  2. (by extension) The English medical profession (especially the private sector) as a group.
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