Lyonnesse
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


Ly·on·nesse

noun \ˌlī-ə-ˈnes\

Definition of LYONNESSE

: a country that according to Arthurian legend was contiguous to Cornwall before sinking beneath the sea

First Known Use of LYONNESSE

15th century

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: Lyon Office
Previous Word in the Dictionary: lyonnaise
All Words Near: Lyonnesse

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up Lyonnesse? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More