Meaning & use

Soho

proper noun·Advanced

A neighborhood in central London known for its theaters, restaurants, nightlife, and media and entertainment businesses.

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We wandered through Soho after the show, looking for a late-night noodle bar.

Several major film and advertising agencies still keep their offices in Soho.

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The name is also used for similarly lively neighborhoods in other cities, such as SoHo in Manhattan, though each has its own separate history.

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