cornwall
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A hilly county in southwestern England: Cornwall is a ceremonial county and historic region located at the southwestern tip of England, known for its rugged coastline, moorland, and distinct cultural identity.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- We spent our holiday walking the coastal paths of Cornwall.
- Cornwall is famous for its pasties and beautiful beaches.
- The weather in Cornwall can be quite mild compared to other parts of the UK.
Advanced Usage
"Cornwall and Devon": Often paired together when referring to the broader southwestern peninsula of England.
- The counties of Cornwall and Devon are popular tourist destinations.
"Cornish": The adjective form relating to Cornwall or its historic Celtic language and culture.
- She is proud of her Cornish heritage.
- Cornish is a revived Celtic language.
Variants and Related Words
Cornish (adj): Of or relating to Cornwall.
- Cornish cream tea is a local specialty.
Cornishman/Cornishwoman (n): A person from Cornwall.
- He is a true Cornishman, born and raised in St Ives.
Synonyms
- Duchy of Cornwall: A title and estate historically associated with the heir to the British throne, which includes large parts of the county.
- The Prince of Wales is also the Duke of Cornwall.
Related Phrases
"Cornwall, Ontario": A city in eastern Canada, sharing the name but unrelated geographically.
- He moved from England to Cornwall, Ontario.
"Land's End, Cornwall": A famous headland and tourist attraction in western Cornwall.
- Land's End in Cornwall is considered the westernmost point of mainland England.
Noun
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a hilly county in southwestern England
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