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yorkshire


Meanings
  • Noun

    A historic county in northern England and the largest county in the United Kingdom.

    - "Yorkshire is famous for its scenic landscapes and historic sites."
    - "The county of Yorkshire is known for its rich cultural heritage."
  • Noun

    A breed of pig.

    - "Farmers raise Yorkshire pigs for their high-quality pork."
    - "Yorkshire pigs are often used for breeding due to their excellent genetics."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with yorkshire
Borkshire , Forkshire , Workshire
Variants
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Yorkshire , Yorkshires , York , Yorkshire pudding , yorkshire puddings , Yorkshire terrier , yorkshire terriers , North Yorkshire , South Yorkshire , West Yorkshire
Etymology
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Originally derived from the name of the ancient Roman fortress Eboracum, which was later developed into the city of York.


Trivia
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  1. Yorkshire is the largest county in the United Kingdom by area.

  2. The White Rose of York is a symbol of Yorkshire and is featured on the county flag.

  3. The first railway in the world was built in Yorkshire, between Stockton-on-Tees and Darlington in 1825.


Related Concepts
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  1. England: Yorkshire is a county located in the northern part of England.

  2. Historic counties: Yorkshire is one of the historic counties of England.


Culture
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Yorkshire has a rich cultural heritage, including its iconic Dales, Moors, and coastal areas. It is known for its traditional foods such as Yorkshire pudding, Wensleydale cheese, and the famous Yorkshire Tea. The county has also been the setting for numerous literary works, including the novels of the Bronte sisters and the poems of Ted Hughes.

How to Memorize "yorkshire"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a map of England with Yorkshire highlighted.

  2. associate

    - Associate Yorkshire with the iconic landscapes of its Dales and Moors.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Yorkshire, the largest pig in the UK' to help remember the name.


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