Proper noun
Thanet
A local government district which includes the Isle of Thanet in Kent, England.
After the Saxons had lived on Thanet for "some time" Vortigern promised them supplies of clothing and other provisions on condition that the Saxons assist him in fighting the enemies of his country. Source: Internet
But at length his son Vortimer engaged Hengist and Horsa and their men in battle, drove them back to Thanet and there enclosed them and beset them on the western flank. Source: Internet
After his selection, the Ukip leader told his party faithful that he predicted opposition parties would now send their "heavy artillery" to scupper his hopes of securing the South Thanet seat. Source: Internet
District Commander for Thanet, Chief Insp Ed Ruffle, said: "To cause damage to ambulances during a time when it is so important all medical resources are available, is deeply concerning and we are continuing to carry out additional patrols in the area. Source: Internet
Action from the reverse fixture between Hastings & Bexhill and tomorrow's opponents Thanet Wanderers back in November. Source: Internet
Other slow moving postcodes in Kent include the Canterbury postcodes of CT3 and CT4, where it takes between 15 and 16 weeks to sell, and Broadstairs in Thanet where the waiting time was also 15 weeks. Source: Internet