noun
Kirkland
Kirkland (noun) means Land owned by, or belonging to, a church. Example: “The old maps still mark that field as kirkland.”
noun
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Land owned by, or belonging to, a church.
"The old maps still mark that field as kirkland."
How to use Kirkland
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishChurch-owned land — mostly seen today in historical records, old maps, and as a surname or place name.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Kirklands
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of kirk ("church") and land.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kirkland” mean?
The word “Kirkland” means land owned by, or belonging to, a church. In plain terms, church-owned land — mostly seen today in historical records, old maps, and as a surname or place name.
How do you use “Kirkland” in a sentence?
Here is “Kirkland” used in a sentence: “The old maps still mark that field as kirkland.”
What part of speech is “Kirkland”?
“Kirkland” is a noun.
What is the meaning of Kirkland?
"Kirkland" (noun) means land owned by, or belonging to, a church.
