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maidenhead


Meanings
  • Noun

    A place name, specifically the name of a town in Hampshire, England.


Synonyms

maidenhood , maidhood
Rhymes
Words rhyming with maidenhead
aidenhead , maidenbed , cadenhead
Homophones
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  1. maidenhead (en) : A place name

  2. maidenhead (en) : A virgin or unmarried woman


Variants
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maidenhead , maidenheads , Maidenhead
Etymology
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The name Maidenhead is derived from the Old English word 'maegenheafod', which means 'maidenhead' or 'maiden's head'. The name refers to the fact that the town was once the site of a shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary.


Trivia
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  1. Maidenhead is home to the Magnet Centre, a popular tourist attraction that features a large magnetic observatory.

  2. The town of Maidenhead is also known for its annual Maidenhead Festival, which celebrates the town's rich history and culture.


Related Concepts
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  1. England: Maidenhead is a town located in England.

  2. Hampshire: Maidenhead is a town in the county of Hampshire.


Culture
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Maidenhead is a historic market town in Berkshire, England, with a rich history dating back to the Roman era. The town is famous for its connection to the Magna Carta, as it was one of the places where the document was sealed in 1215. Maidenhead is also home to several historic buildings, including Maidenhead Town Hall and St. Piran's Church.

How to Memorize "maidenhead"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the town of Maidenhead in England. Imagine the historic buildings, the marketplace, and the people going about their daily lives.

  2. associate

    - Associate the name Maidenhead with the Virgin Mary, as the name is derived from the Old English word 'maegenheafod', which means 'maidenhead' or 'maiden's head'.

  3. mnemonics

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