What is another word for Middlesex?

Pronunciation: [mˈɪdə͡lsˌɛks] (IPA)

Middlesex is a historic county in southeast England, but there are numerous synonyms and variations of this name used throughout the world. These names typically derive from the Middle Saxon people that once inhabited the area. In North America, Middlesex County can refer to several counties including those in New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia. Other variations include Medio Sussex in Latin, and Middle Sasseks in the local Sussex dialect. Additionally, the county name has been translated into other languages such as Mecklenburg in Germany and Miłoszyce in Poland. Overall, while the specific name may change, the historical significance and cultural importance of this county remains unchanged.

What are the hypernyms for Middlesex?

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

Usage examples for Middlesex

Neither up town nor down town is the traffic so dense, the roar and bustle so continuous, as that of London; while the service of trains and cars is so excellent and so simply arranged that it costs much less thought, effort, and worry to "get about" in Manhattan than in Middlesex.
"America To-day, Observations and Reflections"
William Archer
It marked the boundaries of Middlesex and the Tower Precinct.
"Authorised Guide to the Tower of London"
W. J. Loftie
And in token that the song was going to be comic, Aschael got up on his feet and set himself in a gesture he had doubtless picked up at the Middlesex Music Hall.
"The Debit Account"
Oliver Onions

Famous quotes with Middlesex

  • I was born in Middlesex, England, which is really London.
    Charles Keating
  • An acre in Middlesex is better than a principality in Utopia.
    Thomas B. Macaulay
  • An acre in Middlesex is better than a principality in Utopia.
    Thomas Babington Macaulay

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