"Moscow-on-Thames" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Etymology: An allusion to various English towns called (name)-on-Thames. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Moscow-on-Thames
  1. (derogatory, humorous) The city of London, seen as a haven for Russian exiles and oligarchs. Tags: derogatory, humorous Related terms: Londongrad
    Sense id: en-Moscow-on-Thames-en-name-zUF5pFkF Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Derogatory names for places
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