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Hereford

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Name — A cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire.

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a herd of Herefords Herefordshire

Etymology

From Old English here ("army") plus ford, describing a river crossing used by an army.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hereford” mean?

The word “Hereford” means a cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire. In plain terms, either the English city, or the well-known breed of beef cattle named after it.

How do you pronounce “Hereford”?

“Hereford” is pronounced HEHR-fuhd (/ˈhɝfɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hereford” in a sentence?

Here is “Hereford” used in a sentence: “Hereford Cathedral holds one of the world's oldest maps.”

What part of speech is “Hereford”?

Depending on how it is used, “Hereford” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Hereford” come from?

The word “Hereford” comes from Old English. From Old English here ("army") plus ford, describing a river crossing used by an army.

How many meanings does “Hereford” have?

“Hereford” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire.

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