Leicester
What is another word for Leicester? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A breed of English sheep prized for both its meat and its long, lustrous wool.
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Etymology
From Middle English Ledecestre, itself from an Old English name combining a river-name element with "ceaster," meaning a fortified Roman town.
Full origin of Leicester →Frequently asked questions
What does “Leicester” mean?
The word “Leicester” means a breed of English sheep prized for both its meat and its long, lustrous wool. In plain terms, chiefly an English city name; also a sheep breed named after the same region.
How do you pronounce “Leicester”?
“Leicester” is pronounced LEHS-tuh (/ˈlɛstɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Leicester” in a sentence?
Here is “Leicester” used in a sentence: “The farm kept a small flock of Leicester sheep for wool.”
What part of speech is “Leicester”?
Depending on how it is used, “Leicester” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Leicester” come from?
The word “Leicester” comes from Old English. From Middle English Ledecestre, itself from an Old English name combining a river-name element with "ceaster," meaning a fortified Roman town.
Is “Leicester” a common word?
“Leicester” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Leicester” have?
“Leicester” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a breed of English sheep prized for both its meat and its long, lustrous wool.
What is the difference between Leicester and Leicestershire?
Leicester is a city and the county town in the English Midlands, while Leicestershire is the larger county that surrounds and contains it. Leicester is the urban centre; Leicestershire is the wider shire county.
What is a Leicester sheep known for?
The Leicester is a breed of English sheep prized for both its meat and its long, lustrous wool. Its shiny, hard-wearing fleece makes it especially valued by hand-spinners.
Is "Leicester" a place or a type of sheep?
It is both. "Leicester" names a city and county town in the English Midlands, and it is also a breed of English sheep raised for meat and wool. Context usually makes clear which one is meant.
