What is another word for essex?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛsɪks] (IPA)

Essex is a county in the east of England known for its history, countryside and vibrant towns. There are a few synonyms that people often use when referring to Essex. One of the words that often comes up is "the home county." This term is used as Essex is one of the counties that surrounds Greater London which is itself often referred to as "the metropolis." Another synonym used for Essex is "the garden of England," as it is known for its beautiful parks and gardens. Finally, "the salt marshes" is a term that can be used when referring to the areas around the coast of Essex where salt marshes can be found.

Synonyms for Essex:

  • n.

    location
  • Other relevant words:

    Other relevant words (noun):

What are the hypernyms for Essex?

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

What are the holonyms for Essex?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Essex

When Bible-printing was permitted in England Grafton and Whitchurch shared between them the printing of the six editions of the Great Bible during 1540 and 1541. But when Cromwell, Earl of essex, the chief promoter of Bible-printing, was beheaded, Grafton was himself imprisoned.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
A little later the Earl of essex was bound for Scotland and received a present at the hands of the local authorities.
"England in the Days of Old"
William Andrews
East of Poelcappelle and on the right of our attack the German infantry were also weak in their resistance, and our men of the Norfolk and essex Regiments who advanced hereabouts did not have much trouble with them at close quarters.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs

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