Kent (Latin, Canʹtium)
,the territory of the Kantii or Cantii; Old British, Kant, a corner or headland). In the reign of Queen Elizabeth Kent was so notorious for highway robbery, that the word signified a “nést of thieves.”
“Some bookes are arrogant and impudent;
So are most thieves in Christendome and Kent.”
A man of Kent. One born east of the Medway. These men went out with green boughs to meet the Conqueror, and obtained in consequence a confirmation of their ancient privileges from the new king. They call themselves the invicti. The hops of East Kent are liked best.
A Kentish man. A resident of West Kent.
