hampshire

/ˈhæmpˌʃɪər, ˈhæmpˌʃɪər/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A county in south-west England, bordering the English Channel.

“She is from Hampshire and loves visiting the New Forest.”

2. noun

A type of English county or similar administrative region.

“Hampshire is one of the many historic counties in England.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the county of Hampshire.

“The Hampshire Regiment was a famous British military unit.”

Synonyms

  • shire

Antonyms

  • metropolis