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wessex

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun wessex has 1 sense
  1. Wessex - a Saxon kingdom in southwestern England that became the most powerful English kingdom by the 10th century
    --1 is a kind of
    geographical area, geographic area, geographical region, geographic region
    --1 is a part of England

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Wessex

Description:

Wessex is a historical region in southern England, considered to be one of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. It is most commonly associated with the period between the 6th and 11th centuries. Wessex has a rich history and has greatly influenced the culture of England.

Sample Sentences:

  • King Alfred the Great, a prominent ruler of Wessex, defended his kingdom against the Vikings.
  • Thomas Hardy, a famous author, often set his novels in the fictional county of Wessex.
  • The counties of Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, and Somerset were all part of the historical Wessex.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  • 1. Historical region in southern England.

Usages:

  • Wessex influenced the development of the English language and culture.
  • Many novels and stories are set in the fictional county of Wessex.

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