Cornishman
Americannoun
plural
Cornishmennoun
Etymology
Origin of Cornishman
Example Sentences
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The US-based Cornishman - arguably the world's best putter - is ranked 10 places lower at 57th, despite reaching the season-ending Tour Championship.
From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025
It was the start of a glorious era for the Cornishman and his club.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2024
He had meandered away and soon, he was munching on something, owner Lucy Garrett-Peel told the local Cornishman paper days later.
From Slate • Jun. 19, 2017
Ingleby Gallery, to 20 Nov Peter Lanyon, St Ives Peter Lanyon was the lone Cornishman of the St Ives school and his paintings and sculptures are rooted in the local landscape.
From The Guardian • Oct. 8, 2010
“Money!” was the abrupt reply, and after a warning to him to hold tight, the manager, a rough-spoken Cornishman, continued the descent, Geoffrey following, and finding every thing of the most primitive character.
From The Vicar's People by Fenn, George Manville
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