noun
Northumbria
naw-THUHM-bree-uh
Northumbria (noun) means an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that once covered much of northeastern England and southeastern Scotland. Example: “Northumbria was one of the most powerful kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England.”
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An Anglo-Saxon kingdom that once covered much of northeastern England and southeastern Scotland.
"Northumbria was one of the most powerful kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England."
How to use Northumbria
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA historic Anglo-Saxon kingdom in the north of England.
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Etymology
A Latinized form derived from Old English "Norþanhymbre," meaning "north of the Humber."
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What does “Northumbria” mean?
The word “Northumbria” means an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that once covered much of northeastern England and southeastern Scotland. In plain terms, a historic Anglo-Saxon kingdom in the north of England.
How do you pronounce “Northumbria”?
“Northumbria” is pronounced naw-THUHM-bree-uh (/nɔɹˈθʌm.bɹi.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Northumbria” in a sentence?
Here is “Northumbria” used in a sentence: “Northumbria was one of the most powerful kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England.”
What part of speech is “Northumbria”?
“Northumbria” is a noun.
Where does the word “Northumbria” come from?
The word “Northumbria” comes from Latin. A Latinized form derived from Old English "Norþanhymbre," meaning "north of the Humber.".
