merionethshire: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowFormal, Historical, Geographical
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What does “merionethshire” mean?
A historic county in north-west Wales.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A historic county in north-west Wales.
Refers to the geographical, historical, and cultural region of that county, now primarily part of the modern county of Gwynedd. Its name is used in historical contexts, genealogy, and traditional references.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The term is known and used in British English, particularly in Welsh and historical contexts. It is virtually unknown in general American English.
Connotations
In the UK, it evokes Welsh history, heritage, and local identity. In the US, it would likely be unrecognized or associated only with specialist knowledge.
Frequency
Extremely rare in American English. Very low frequency in British English, limited to specific domains.
Grammar
How to Use “merionethshire” in a Sentence
[preposition] + Merionethshire (e.g., in, from, of)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “merionethshire” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- Merionethshire parishes
- Merionethshire archives
American English
- Merionethshire genealogy
- Merionethshire history
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually unused, except perhaps in very niche tourism or heritage branding.
Academic
Used in historical, geographical, and genealogical research papers and texts.
Everyday
Extremely rare. Would only be used by locals, historians, or those with family roots there.
Technical
Used in historical cartography, archival documentation, and certain geological surveys (e.g., Merionethshire slate).
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “merionethshire”
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Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “merionethshire”
- Misspelling as 'Merionethshire' (adding an extra 'e') or 'Merionethshire'.
- Confusing it with Montgomeryshire or another Welsh county.
- Using it as a current administrative term.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a historic county. Since 1974, most of its area has been part of the modern county of Gwynedd.
In British English, it is commonly pronounced /ˌmɛrɪˈɒnɪθʃə/ (merry-ON-ith-sher).
The historic county town was Dolgellau.
You are most likely to see it in historical documents, maps, genealogical records, or in discussions of Welsh history and heritage.
A historic county in north-west Wales.
Merionethshire is usually formal, historical, geographical in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine 'Mary on a ship' sailing to the coast of this historic Welsh county.
Conceptual Metaphor
A PLACE IS A RECORD OF THE PAST (as it primarily exists now as a historical and archival entity).
Practice
Quiz
What is Merionethshire primarily known as today?