Preston

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated February 2026

Definition

A city in Lancashire, England, and a common English surname. It derives from Old English meaning 'priest's town'.

“Preston is known for its rich industrial heritage and historic architecture.”

proper noun

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Proper noun, unlikely to appear; contains common letters P, R, S, T

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Worth 9 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play

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