Derby vs. Darby — What's the Difference?

Derby ( (listen) DAR-bee) is a city and unitary authority area in Derbyshire, England. It lies on the banks of the River Derwent in the south of Derbyshire, of which it was traditionally the county town.

A specialized tool used to smooth and level the surface of wet concrete, consisting of a stiff wedge or triangle of wood or metal.

(Sports) Any of various annual horseraces, especially for three-year-olds.

A plasterer's float, having two handles; - used in smoothing ceilings, etc.

(Sports) A formal race usually having an open field of contestants

A stiff felt hat with a round crown and a narrow, curved brim.

Any of several annual horse races.

(by extension) Any organized race.

(US) A bowler hat.

(sports) A sports match between rival teams.

(sports) A local derby.

A race for three-old horses, run annually at Epsom (near London), for the Derby stakes. It was instituted by the 12th Earl of Derby, in 1780.

A stiff felt hat with a dome-shaped crown.

A hat that is round and black and hard with a narrow brim; worn by some British businessmen