Coventry
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Coventry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A city in the West Midlands of England, known for its medieval cathedral and the legend of Lady Godiva.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Etymology
Inherited from Middle English Coventre, from Old English Cofentrēo, Cofantrēo, of obscure origin. Believed to be derived from an Anglo-Saxon named Cofa, hence Cofantrēo (literally “Cofa's tree”). Traditionally, yet baselessly outside its history, tempted to be linked to English covenant.
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What does “Coventry” mean?
The word “Coventry” means a city in the West Midlands of England, known for its medieval cathedral and the legend of Lady Godiva.
How do you pronounce “Coventry”?
“Coventry” is pronounced KO-vuhnt-ree (/ˈkɑvəntɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Coventry” in a sentence?
Here is “Coventry” used in a sentence: “They visited the rebuilt cathedral in Coventry.”
What is another word for “Coventry”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Coventry” include Cov.
What part of speech is “Coventry”?
“Coventry” is a name.
Is “Coventry” a common word?
“Coventry” is an uncommon word in modern English.