What is another word for devon?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛvən] (IPA)

Devon is a county located in the south-west of England that's best known for its picturesque seaside towns and stunning natural landscape. Synonyms for Devon include words like "Exeter" which is the county's capital city that boasts a rich historical heritage and cultural diversity. "Torbay" is another synonym for Devon, it is known as the English 'Riviera' and comprises of three towns- Paignton, Torquay, and Brixham. Other synonyms of Devon include "Southwest England," reflecting its location, "Dartmoor," which is a popular national park located in the county, and "Jurassic Coast," which is a famous World Heritage site that spans from Devon to Dorset.

Synonyms for Devon:

What are the hypernyms for Devon?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    county, english county, British county, Southwest England county.

What are the hyponyms for Devon?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Devon?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for devon (as nouns)

Usage examples for Devon

The great cliffs of North devon, fifteen miles away, seemed very near through the clear air.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
The topography of North devon, however, placed a sharp limit to the animated wilderness.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
A letter from Stephen to Peter: Dear Mr. Peter, I have thought every day of you and I was mighty glad to get your bit of a letter fearing that, maybe, thiccy place in devon might have driven your old friends out of your head.
"Fortitude"
Hugh Walpole

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