Definition
Definition of Kentish - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
modern dialectTECH. UK the dialect of Modern English spoken in KentTECH. UK
- She spoke with a distinct Kentish accent.
2.
old englishRare UK dialect of Old English spoken in KentRare UK
- Kentish was used in the Anglo-Saxon kingdom.
Adjective
1.
geographyRare UK relating to Kent, a county in EnglandRare UK
- She spoke with a distinct Kentish accent.
2.
languageTECH. UK pertaining to the dialect of KentTECH. UK
- He wrote his poems in Kentish to preserve the local language.
Expressions with Kentish
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moth with brown front wings and orange hindwings
The Kentish glory is often seen in European forests.
noisy demonstration of disapproval or support
The politician faced Kentish fire during the speech.
Origin of Kentish
Old English, Cent (Kent) + -ish (pertaining to)
Terms with Kentish included in their meaning
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Kentish cobnut
specific variety of hazelnut grown in Kent
Examples of Kentish in a sentence
He studied the Kentish dialect for his research. Linguists study Kentish to understand ancient dialects. Kentish has unique features compared to other Old English dialects. The Kentish countryside is truly picturesque. He enjoyed the Kentish traditions during his visit. The Kentish accent was evident in his speech.
She studied the Kentish dialect for her research.
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- French:Kent, du Kent, ...
- German:Kentisch, kentisch, ...
- Italian:kentish, del Kent, ...
- Spanish:de Kent, kentiano, ...
- Portuguese:Kentish, de Kent, ...
- Chinese:肯特方言, 肯特郡的, ...
- Japanese:ケンティッシュ, ケントの, ...
- Arabic:كِنْتِيّة, كِنْتي, ...
- Hebrew:קֶנְטִי, שֶׁל קֶנְט, ...
- Russian:кентский, относящийся к Кенту, ...
- Ukrainian:Кентський, кентський, ...
- Hindi:केंटिश, केंट का, ...
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