a town in NW England, in Bolton unitary authority, Greater Manchester: centre of the woollen trade since the 14th century; later important for cotton. Pop: 139 403 (2001) a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 263 800 (2003 est). Area: 140 sq km (54 sq miles)
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Bol•ton
(bōl′tn),USA pronunciation n.
- Place Namesa borough in Greater Manchester, in NW England. 263,300.
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