Cornishman
Americannoun
plural
Cornishmennoun
Etymology
Origin of Cornishman
Example Sentences
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It was the start of a glorious era for the Cornishman and his club.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2024
England’s No 1, Michael Adams, also plays for them, and the Cornishman scored in the opening match with a fine victory over Germany’s rising star Vincent Keymer, 15.
From The Guardian • Sep. 18, 2020
The chain's history in the Hertfordshire town dates back to 1880 when young Cornishman Arthur Trewin bought a small draper's shop in Queen's Road.
From BBC • Jul. 9, 2020
He had meandered away and soon, he was munching on something, owner Lucy Garrett-Peel told the local Cornishman paper days later.
From Slate • Jun. 19, 2017
It is a savory compound of meat and potatoes, inclosed in a crescent-shaped crust; but one must be a Cornishman to appreciate this dish thoroughly.
From The Story of the Toys by Dodge, Mary Harris Toy
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