cornwall

Thân thiện

A family enjoys a coastal walk along the cliffs of Cornwall.

Definition

1. 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.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a hilly county in southwestern England

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