a native or inhabitant of Northumbria or Northumberland.
the English dialect of Northumbria or Northumberland.
of or relating to the English county of Northumberland, its inhabitants, or their dialect of English
of or relating to ancient Northumbria, its inhabitants, or their dialect
First recorded in 1615–25; Northumbri(a) + -an
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Northumbrian Water said it had discovered damaged private and public pipework, as well as incorrectly fitted household pipes on Beverley Terrace, during recent survey and excavation work.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
The firm is already a shareholder in another UK provider, Northumbrian Water.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2025
Pipebot Patrol is a £1.8m project led by Northumbrian Water and funded by the Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2025
The firm is already a shareholder in another UK water provider, Northumbrian Water.
From BBC ● May 28, 2025
The Northumbrian coast is the most beautiful length of the whole trip.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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