Hampshire
What is another word for Hampshire? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A county in southern England.
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Etymology
From Old English Hāmtūnscīr, meaning "the shire of Southampton" — combining the town's old name with the word for a county.
Full origin of Hampshire →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hampshire” mean?
The word “Hampshire” means a county in southern England.
How do you pronounce “Hampshire”?
“Hampshire” is pronounced HAMP-sheer (/ˈhæmpʃɪɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hampshire” in a sentence?
Here is “Hampshire” used in a sentence: “They rented a cottage in Hampshire for the summer.”
What part of speech is “Hampshire”?
“Hampshire” is a noun.
Where does the word “Hampshire” come from?
The word “Hampshire” comes from Old English. From Old English Hāmtūnscīr, meaning "the shire of Southampton" — combining the town's old name with the word for a county.
Is “Hampshire” a common word?
“Hampshire” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Hampshire” have?
“Hampshire” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a county in southern England.
What is the difference between Hampshire and New Hampshire?
Hampshire is a county on the south coast of England, while New Hampshire is a state in the northeastern United States that was named after the English county. They are unrelated in administration; they simply share the name.
What is a Hampshire pig?
A Hampshire is a breed of domestic pig recognized by its black body and a distinctive white band around its middle. The breed shares its name with the English county.
What is the abbreviation for Hampshire?
Hampshire is traditionally abbreviated as Hants, a shortening used in postal addresses and county listings. The unusual abbreviation preserves an older form of the county's name.
What are the main places in Hampshire?
Hampshire's best-known settlements include Southampton, Portsmouth, and Winchester, its historic county town. The county lies on England's south coast.
