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Guinevere

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Noun — A female given name of Welsh or Celtic origin, famous as the name of King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend.

Synonyms

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Guenevere

Etymology

From Middle English Gwenyver; a doublet of "Jennifer."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Guinevere” mean?

The word “Guinevere” means a female given name of Welsh or Celtic origin, famous as the name of King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend. In plain terms, the legendary queen married to King Arthur, and a given name derived from her story.

How do you pronounce “Guinevere”?

“Guinevere” is pronounced GWIH-nuh-veer (/ˈɡwɪ.nə.vɪɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Guinevere” in a sentence?

Here is “Guinevere” used in a sentence: “Guinevere's love for Lancelot is central to many versions of the Arthurian legend.”

What part of speech is “Guinevere”?

“Guinevere” is a noun.

Where does the word “Guinevere” come from?

The word “Guinevere” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Gwenyver; a doublet of "Jennifer.".

Related words

Gaynor Ginevra Guinevieve Jennifer

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