I. Dor ‧ ches ‧ ter /ˈdɔːtʃɪstəʳ $ ˈdɔːrtʃes-/ BrE AmE
a market town in Dorset, southern England, known for its connections with the writer Thomas ↑ hardy , who was born nearby. The local government of Dorset is based there.
II. Dorchester, the BrE AmE
a large expensive hotel in London