Northamptonshire

American  

[nawr-thamp-tuhn-sheer, -sher, nawrth-hamp-] / nɔrˈθæmp tənˌʃɪər, -ʃər, nɔrθˈhæmp- /

noun

1. a county in central England. 914 sq. mi. (2,365 sq. km).

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Northamptonshire British  

/ nɔːθˈhæmp-, nɔːˈθæmptənˌʃɪə, -ʃə /

noun

1.  Northants.  a county of central England: agriculture, food processing, engineering, and footwear industries. Administrative centre: Northampton. Pop: 642 700 (2003 est). Area: 2367 sq km (914 sq miles)

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Example Sentences

Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Finedon, Northamptonshire, is self-funded and run by volunteers.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The Northamptonshire team will wear a replica of the shirt during their game with Halesowen Town on Saturday, with other commemorative events scheduled, after adverse weather delayed celebrations planned for January.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Northamptonshire head coach Darren Lehmann has said England players do not play enough county cricket and selectors have overlooked talent in the domestic game.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

West Northamptonshire Council said it was "shocked and saddened" by the incident and also encouraged people to come forward with any information.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

Bridle gates occur most frequently in great grazing countries, such as Leicestershire, Warwickshire, or Northamptonshire, by reason of the necessity of confining cattle within certain limits.

From The Barb and the Bridle A Handbook of Equitation for Ladies, and Manual of Instruction in the Science of Riding, from the Preparatory Suppling Exercises by Moustache, Vielle