Cornish
Americanadjective
noun
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the Celtic language of Cornwall, extinct since c1800.
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one of an English breed of chickens raised chiefly for crossing with other breeds to produce roasters.
adjective
noun
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a former language of Cornwall, belonging to the S Celtic branch of the Indo-European family and closely related to Breton: extinct by 1800
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(functioning as plural) the natives or inhabitants of Cornwall
Etymology
Origin of Cornish
1350–1400; late Middle English, apparently syncopated variant of Middle English Cornwelisse. See Cornwall, -ish 1
Example Sentences
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Taylor also revealed how the group perfected their trademark harmonies by singing in a cave on a Cornish beach because they loved the "big sound".
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
The charity said the new birds came from 56 successful breeding pairs meaning the average productivity of a Cornish chough nest was three fledglings.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
The landmark, believed by some to be a Bronze Age bowl barrow, offers panoramic views across the Cornish countryside and out to the Atlantic.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
Publican Garry Rees-Andrews has a member of staff at The New Cornish Arms on "fly-watch" throughout their shift to make sure the seating areas, kitchen and toilets are fly-free.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
The Cornish Cross is a type of chicken bred for the industrial food chain.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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