a city, the capital of a circle of the same name, of the province of Saxony, in Prussia, and situated on the river Holzemte. It is walled, and contains nine churches, six hospitals, 1861 houses, and 14,670 inhabitants, with some establishments for education. It was formerly a manufacturing place, but has for some years been gradually on the decline. Long. 10. 58. 11. E. Lat. 51. 53. 55. N.