General
emmet
What does emmet mean?
A Cornish word for the summer visitors who swarm the county, literally meaning 'ant'.
"You can't move for emmets in Newquay in August."
Origin
Cornish dialect, from Old English 'æmete', ant.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'emmet' mean?
It's a Cornish word for tourists and holidaymakers, likening the crowds of summer visitors to swarming ants.
Is 'emmet' rude?
It's mildly derogatory, poking fun at incomers, though usually more wry than hostile.
Where does 'emmet' come from?
It comes from Cornish dialect, ultimately from the Old English 'æmete', meaning ant.
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