Etymology

cardigan

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Today it means: A type of sweater or jumper that fastens up the front with buttons or a zipper, usually machine- or hand-knitted from wool. Full definition →

Welsh Ceredigion
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cardigan · noun1

Named after British military commander James Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan (1797–1868). For the surname, see Cardigan.

Cardigan · proper noun2

  1. Welsh · derived fromCeredigion“Ceredig's land”
  2. English todayCardigan

Anglicized from Welsh Ceredigion (“Ceredig's land”)

Words from the same roots

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Cardiganshire

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