Caernarfon
Americannoun
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a seaport in western Gwynedd, in northwestern Wales, on the Menai Strait, built around a 13th-century castle of Edward II.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Caernarfon
From Welsh, equivalent to caer “Fort” + yn “in” (i.e., “facing”) Arfon “Angelsey”
Example Sentences
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Sandra Evans, who manages Bryn Seiont Newydd nursing home in Caernarfon, said they were "very fortunate" to have air conditioning in communal areas.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
She added: "Jonathan's mum was born and brought up in Caernarfon, so there was a connection on both sides, so it just seemed to fit."
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Kershaw appeared at Caernarfon Magistrates' Court and admitted five counts of fraud.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
His partner, Shelly Price, told the hearing in Caernarfon Thomas lived an "incredibly active life" and was "excited" about the route.
From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026
At Dinas, a few miles outside Caernarfon, Gwynedd, the Adra housing association is putting up 30 new homes.
From BBC • Oct. 19, 2025
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