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Godiva
guh-DEYE-vuh
Godiva (name) means an 11th-century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who, according to legend, rode unclothed through the streets of Coventry to protest oppressive taxation imposed by her husband. Example: “The legend of Lady Godiva is still celebrated in Coventry.”
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An 11th-century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who, according to legend, rode unclothed through the streets of Coventry to protest oppressive taxation imposed by her husband.
"The legend of Lady Godiva is still celebrated in Coventry."
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Etymology
A Latinised form of Old English Godġifu, literally "God gift."
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What does “Godiva” mean?
The word “Godiva” means an 11th-century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who, according to legend, rode unclothed through the streets of Coventry to protest oppressive taxation imposed by her husband.
How do you pronounce “Godiva”?
“Godiva” is pronounced guh-DEYE-vuh (/ɡəˈdaɪ.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “Godiva” in a sentence?
Here is “Godiva” used in a sentence: “The legend of Lady Godiva is still celebrated in Coventry.”
What part of speech is “Godiva”?
“Godiva” is a name.
Where does the word “Godiva” come from?
The word “Godiva” comes from Latin. A Latinised form of Old English Godġifu, literally "God gift.".
