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Devon1

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛv(ə)n/
(also Devonshire /ˈdɛv(ə)nˌʃɪə/)
Definition of Devon
  • a county of SW England; county town, Exeter.

Origin:

from medieval Latin Devonia 'Devonshire'

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