noun
Uncommon
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 notesIn plain EnglishMainly a place name (the London district); the sewing-circle meaning is a niche, dated regional usage.
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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.
Rhymes for Kensington
Lexington
Arlington
Remington
Eddington
Ellington
Wellington
Washington
Darlington
Huntington
Harrington
Carrington
Paddington
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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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