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Kensington

KEHN-zihng-tuhn

Kensington (noun) means a gathering of women who sew or do needlework together socially, often while chatting. Example: “The church hall hosts a kensington every Tuesday afternoon.”

noun
1
A gathering of women who sew or do needlework together socially, often while chatting.
"The church hall hosts a kensington every Tuesday afternoon."
name
1
A well-to-do district of west London known for its museums, garden squares, and embassies.
"They rented a flat in Kensington for the summer."

How to use Kensington

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly a place name (the London district); the sewing-circle meaning is a niche, dated regional usage.

Word forms

kensingtons plural

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Etymology

From an Old English personal name plus place-name endings meaning "estate" and "town" — literally "the estate of Cynesige's people." Places named Kensington elsewhere in the world were usually named after the London district.

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kensington” mean?

The word “Kensington” means a gathering of women who sew or do needlework together socially, often while chatting. In plain terms, mainly a place name (the London district); the sewing-circle meaning is a niche, dated regional usage.

How do you pronounce “Kensington”?

“Kensington” is pronounced KEHN-zihng-tuhn (/ˈkɛn.zɪŋ.tən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Kensington” in a sentence?

Here is “Kensington” used in a sentence: “The church hall hosts a kensington every Tuesday afternoon.”

What part of speech is “Kensington”?

Depending on how it is used, “Kensington” can be a noun and a name.

Where does the word “Kensington” come from?

The word “Kensington” comes from Old English.

Is “Kensington” a common word?

“Kensington” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Kensington” have?

“Kensington” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a gathering of women who sew or do needlework together socially, often while chatting.

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