Aga
1 synonym for Aga, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large, heavy cast-iron cooking range that stays permanently hot, popular in British kitchens.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Various origins: * Borrowed from Norwegian Aga, a habitational surname of uncertain derivation. * Borrowed from Turkish Ağa, an occupational surname from ağa (“lord; chief, boss”). * Borrowed from Amharic አጋ (ʾäga).
Full origin of Aga →Frequently asked questions
What does “Aga” mean?
The word “Aga” means a large, heavy cast-iron cooking range that stays permanently hot, popular in British kitchens. In plain terms, a brand of traditional, always-on cast-iron kitchen stove, especially common in the UK.
How do you pronounce “Aga”?
“Aga” is pronounced AH-guh (/ˈɑː.ɡə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Aga” in a sentence?
Here is “Aga” used in a sentence: “The farmhouse kitchen was warmed by an old Aga.”
What part of speech is “Aga”?
“Aga” is a noun.
Is “Aga” a common word?
“Aga” is an uncommon word in modern English.
