Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: lancashire
IPA transcription: [l'æŋkəʃ,aɪɹ]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: Lancashire
    Meaning: a historical area of northwestern England on the Irish Sea; noted for textiles
Usage examples
  • Prince Rupert, with equal precipitation, drew off the remains of his army, and retired into Lancashire.
  • Turning to Marian, the King wished her every joy that she could wish herself, and gave to her the lands of Broadweald in Lancashire to hold in her own right for ever.
  • Harbouring no doubt of the information thus mysteriously sent him--the handwriting seemed to be that of a man, but gave no further hint as to its origin--Hewett the next day journeyed down into Lancashire, Sidney supplying him with money.