anglian

/ˈæŋɡliən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Angles, a Germanic tribe that inhabited England from the 5th to the 7th centuries

“The Anglian dialect of Old English is still studied by linguists today.”

2. noun

a native or inhabitant of a region in eastern England, particularly in the historic kingdoms of Northumbria and Mercia

“The Anglian culture had a significant impact on the development of English society.”

Synonyms

  • anglic
  • englishman

Antonyms

  • celtic
  • saxon