Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A historical region and former administrative region of northern France: Picardy is a geographical and historical area located in the northern part of France, bordering the English Channel.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Battle of the Somme was fought in Picardy during World War I.
  • Many Gothic cathedrals, like the one in Amiens, are located in Picardy.
  • The new high-speed train line connects Paris to Picardy.

Advanced Usage

• "Picardy third": A musical term referring to a piece in a minor key ending with a major chord, named for its supposed association with the region's musical style.
  • The composer used a Picardy third to create a hopeful conclusion to the somber movement.

Variants and Related Words

• Picard (noun): A native or inhabitant of Picardy.
  • The Picards are proud of their regional heritage.
• Picard (adjective): Relating to Picardy or its people.
  • We sampled traditional Picard cuisine.

Synonyms

• Historical region: There are no direct synonyms for the proper noun "Picardy." It can be described as a or a in northern France.

Related Phrases

• "In Picardy": Used to specify a location within the region.
  • They own a farmhouse in Picardy.

Related Idioms

There are no common idioms in English that feature the word "Picardy."

Noun

1. a region of northern France on the English Channel