adj
Uncommon
Cornish
KAW-nihsh
Cornish (adj) means relating to Cornwall, a county in southwest England, or its people or culture. Example: “They stopped for a proper Cornish pasty on the road trip.”
adj
1
Relating to Cornwall, a county in southwest England, or its people or culture.
"They stopped for a proper Cornish pasty on the road trip."
name
1
The Celtic language historically spoken in Cornwall, related to Welsh and Breton.
"There is a movement to revive Cornish."
"A small revival movement now teaches Cornish in local schools."
How to use Cornish
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Cornwall, its people, or its native Celtic language.
Common pairings
Cornish pasty
Cornish coast
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Etymology
From "Corn(wall)" plus "-ish."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Cornish” mean?
The word “Cornish” means relating to Cornwall, a county in southwest England, or its people or culture. In plain terms, relating to Cornwall, its people, or its native Celtic language.
How do you pronounce “Cornish”?
“Cornish” is pronounced KAW-nihsh (/ˈkɔɹ.nɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cornish” in a sentence?
Here is “Cornish” used in a sentence: “They stopped for a proper Cornish pasty on the road trip.”
What part of speech is “Cornish”?
Depending on how it is used, “Cornish” can be an adjective and a name.
Is “Cornish” a common word?
“Cornish” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cornish” have?
“Cornish” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Cornwall, a county in southwest England, or its people or culture.
