Inez
proper nounattested in dialogue
A female given name from Spanish.
proper noun
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A female given name from Spanish.
Before the frowning King fair Inez stands; / Her tears of artless innocence, her air / So mild, so lovely, and her face so fair;
My name, you know, is Inez Elizabeth - Inez Elizabeth Mordaunt." "I think Inez is a perfectly beautiful name," said Sir Gwyn, enthusiastically. "So do I, surely," said Bessie; "it is so entirely. In France they all called me Inez, but dear, darling Iny set the fashion of calling me Bessie; - - - Still, I think Inez is awfully lovely, and it's uncommon and romantic.
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A small city, the county seat of Martin County, Kentucky, United States.
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An unincorporated community in Holt County, Nebraska, United States.
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A census-designated place in Victoria County, Texas, United States.
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An unincorporated community in Cabell County, West Virginia, United States.
Etymology
Anglicised form of Spanish Inés and Portuguese Inês, both from Latin Agnes, from Ancient Greek Ἁγνή (Hagnḗ). First used in 18th century English poetry and plays referring to Inês de Castro. Doublet of Agnes.