Hereford
1 synonym for Hereford, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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How to use Hereford
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a herd of Herefords
Herefordshire
Etymology
From Old English here ("army") plus ford, describing a river crossing used by an army.
Full origin of Hereford →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hereford” mean?
The word “Hereford” means a cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire. In plain terms, either the English city, or the well-known breed of beef cattle named after it.
How do you pronounce “Hereford”?
“Hereford” is pronounced HEHR-fuhd (/ˈhɝfɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hereford” in a sentence?
Here is “Hereford” used in a sentence: “Hereford Cathedral holds one of the world's oldest maps.”
What part of speech is “Hereford”?
Depending on how it is used, “Hereford” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Hereford” come from?
The word “Hereford” comes from Old English. From Old English here ("army") plus ford, describing a river crossing used by an army.
How many meanings does “Hereford” have?
“Hereford” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cathedral city in the west of England, and the county town of Herefordshire.
