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Broads (brôdz)

A low-lying region of eastern England with wide, shallow lakes interconnected by rivers and small streams. The Broads is a wildlife sanctuary and recreational center.

Broads [brɔːdz]

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1. (Placename) a group of shallow navigable lakes, connected by a network of rivers, in E England, in Norfolk and Suffolk

2. (Placename) the region around these lakes: a tourist centre; several bird sanctuaries

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