Bagel Belt

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Definitions

  • n. An area of Melbourne, Australia (including Elsternwick, Caulfield, and Balaclava), in which many Jews live.

Example Sentences

  • "Until recently, Melbourne’s bagel-belt never had its authenticity questioned." (source)

  • "Over time, Melbourne’s Jewish population moved slowly from Carlton to the city’s present-day 'bagel belt' south of the river, where the Kadimah eventually relocated." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • English

Etymology

  • This area was home to Melbourne's first bagel store, after which others followed.

      • Who Uses This

      • Jews: Jews of diverse religious backgrounds and organizational involvements

      Regions

      • Australia / New Zealand

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      Alternative Spellings

      Bagel-Belt, bagel belt, bagel-belt

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