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Tintagel

village · Cornwall

CornishAI-generated

The etymology of Tintagel is uncertain, but it is likely of Cornish origin. It may relate to a 'narrow gorge' or 'fortress on a narrow place'.

Word origins

Tin
CornishFortress, place(from din "fortress, hill fort")
tagel
CornishNarrow gorge(from tagel "narrow gorge")

Historical forms

Dintagell · Tenedgoll