kirkyard

noun

kirk·​yard
ˈkirkˌyärd,
ˈkərk-
chiefly Scottish

Word History

Etymology

Middle English (northern dialect) kirkyard, from kirk + yard

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kirkyard was in the 13th century

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“Kirkyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kirkyard. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.

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