Stannary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstænəɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Stannary is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to tin mining, especially in Cornwall.
Meaning
Of or pertaining to tin mining, especially in Cornwall.
More Meanings
- A tin mine or tinworks.
Example Sentences
The stannary courts of Devonshire and Cornwall, for the administration of justice among the tinners therein, are also courts of record.
If by publike lavv the mint vvere ordained to be onely ſupplyed by our ſtanneries, hovv currantly vvould they paſs for more precious then ſilver mines?
Word Forms
- stannaries
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stanniferous, stannian, stannous, stannic, stannoan, tinnen.
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