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Meaning of SAXONY

Pronunciation:  'saksunee

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river
 
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 Synonyms: Sachsen, Saxe
 
 See Also: area, country

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Sax"o*ny\, n. [So named after the kingdom of Saxony,
reputed to produce fine wool.]
1. A kind of glossy woolen cloth formerly much used.
2. Saxony yarn, or flannel made of it or similar yarn.
 

 

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