noun Uncommon

Hanover

HA-nuh-vuh

Hanover (noun) means a city in Lower Saxony, Germany, and the former royal house that ruled Britain from 1714 to 1901. Example: “Queen Victoria was the last monarch of the House of Hanover.”

noun

A city in Lower Saxony, Germany, and the former royal house that ruled Britain from 1714 to 1901.

"Queen Victoria was the last monarch of the House of Hanover."

"The city of Hanover is known for its trade fairs."

How to use Hanover

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In plain EnglishEither the German city or the British royal dynasty descended from it.

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Etymology

From German Hannover, meaning roughly "on the high bank" or "high shore."

Origin: German

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Rhymes for Hanover

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hanover” mean?

The word “Hanover” means a city in Lower Saxony, Germany, and the former royal house that ruled Britain from 1714 to 1901. In plain terms, either the German city or the British royal dynasty descended from it.

How do you pronounce “Hanover”?

“Hanover” is pronounced HA-nuh-vuh (/ˈhænˌoʊvɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hanover” in a sentence?

Here is “Hanover” used in a sentence: “Queen Victoria was the last monarch of the House of Hanover.”

What part of speech is “Hanover”?

“Hanover” is a noun.

Where does the word “Hanover” come from?

The word “Hanover” comes from German. From German Hannover, meaning roughly "on the high bank" or "high shore.".

Is “Hanover” a common word?

“Hanover” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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