Guernsey

American  

[gurn-zee] / ˈgɜrn zi /

noun

plural

Guernseys

1. Isle of, one of the Channel Islands, in the English Channel. With adjacent islands, about 24½ sq. mi. (63 sq. km).

2. one of a breed of dairy cattle, raised originally on the Isle of Guernsey, producing rich, golden-tinted milk.

3. (lowercase) a close-fitting knitted woolen shirt worn by sailors and soccer or Rugby players.

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Guernsey British  

/ ˈɡɜːnzɪ /

noun

1. an island in the English Channel: the second largest of the Channel Islands, which, with Alderney and Sark, Herm, Jethou, and some islets, forms the bailiwick of Guernsey; finance, market gardening, dairy farming, and tourism. Capital: St Peter Port. Pop: 65 605 (2013). Area: 63 sq km (24.5 sq miles)

2. a breed of dairy cattle producing rich creamy milk, originating from the island of Guernsey

3. (sometimes not capital) a seaman's knitted woollen sweater

4. (not capital) a sleeveless woollen shirt or jumper worn by a football player

5. to be selected or gain recognition for something

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Etymology

Origin of Guernsey

1825–35, Guernsey for def. 2

Example Sentences

Deighton spent the rest of his life living outside of England in places including Ireland, Guernsey and France.

From The Wall Street Journal

Guernsey's Overseas Aid and Development Commission said the funding was a small part of overall States spending, but delivered lasting impact in communities overseas.

From BBC

Future Sark was launched with a presentation at Island Hall, which was attended by the lieutenant governor of Guernsey and an estimated 100 islanders.

From BBC

The official launch of SOS Guernsey Food Angel is set to take place at the Duke Hotel on Wednesday.

From BBC

Krystal Ogier said she accidentally threw away 23 AA batteries – which were inside children's toys – when her family were moving house in Guernsey.

From BBC