What is another word for Cymric?

Pronunciation: [sˈɪmɹɪk] (IPA)

Cymric is a term often used to refer to people or things related to Wales. However, there are many other synonyms that can be used to describe the same thing. Welsh is one of the most popular synonyms for Cymric. Another synonym is Cambrian, which is commonly used to refer to the geology, people and events of Wales. Additionally, Brythonic is another synonym for Cymric as it refers to the ancient language spoken in Wales. Other terms include Cymru, which is the Welsh word for Wales, and Cambric, which is a type of cloth produced in Wales. All of these words can be used interchangeably to describe Welsh-related things.

What are the hypernyms for Cymric?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Cymric

It is said that in 495, three generations that is to say after the departure of the Legions for the defence of Rome, Cerdic and his son, Cymric, landed upon the southern coast, and presently seized Winchester within whose broken walls they established themselves.
"England of My Heart--Spring"
Edward Hutton
The French came into contact with the old British literature in two places: in the Welsh marches in England and in the province of Brittany in France, where the population is of Cymric race and spoke, and still to some extent speaks, a Cymric dialect akin to the Welsh.
"Brief History of English and American Literature"
Henry A. Beers
It was only in her subjection to Cymric superstitions that she was benighted.
"Aylwin"
Theodore Watts-Dunton

Related words: Welsh mythology, Welsh language, Welsh people, Welsh culture, Welsh food, Welsh tradition

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