Chorlton-cum-Hardy

English

Alternative forms

• Chorlton, Hardy, Chorlton with Hardy

Etymology

Distinguishing this Chorlton from others, particularly nearby Chorlton-on-Medlock. English cum is a borrowing of Latin cum (“with”) and Hardy was a nearby settlement gradually absorbed by Chorlton.

Proper noun

Chorlton-cum-Hardy

1. A suburb in the Metropolitan Borough of Manchester, Greater Manchester, England (OS grid ref SJ8193).

Derived terms

• Chorlton Park