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John of Gaunt built a castle in the town, hence the new & castle elements of the name. 'Under' is an old fashioned use of the word meaning 'among,, related to the Swedish 'under' and Germant 'unter'. 'Lyme' means an elm forest. So 'Newcastle-under-Lyme' means 'new castle amongst the elms'.
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What was Newcastle Australia name after?
Newcastle-upon-Tyne in England.
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monkchester
What name brand snowboard has A H Newcastle logo?
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Is Newcastle a proper noun?
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What is the name of the bread made in Newcastle?
the name is called the stotty.
Is Newcastle in Scotland?
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How did Newcastle in south Africa get its name?
In 1864, the town of Newcastle was founded on the site, becoming the fourth settlement to be established in Natal after Durban, Weenen and Pietermaritzburg. Newcastle was named after the British Colonial Secretary, the Duke of Newcastle. (From Wikipedia)
What Alcohol Name starts with N?
Newcastle Beer.
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novocastrian
How did Newcastle United get its name?
Newcastle United Football Club was formed in 1892 following the merger of two local clubs, Newcastle East End and Newcastle West End. The name "Newcastle United" reflects the club's representation of the entire city of Newcastle upon Tyne. The term "United" was commonly used in football at the time to signify the union of the two clubs. The club has since become one of the most prominent teams in English football, with a passionate fanbase and a rich history.
