devon — a county of SW England, between the Bristol Channel and the English Channel, including the island of Lundy: the geographic and ceremonial county includes Plymouth and Torbay, which became independent unitary authorities in 1998; hilly, rising to the uplands of Exmoor and Dartmoor, with wooded river valleys and a rugged coastline. Administrative centre: Exeter. Pop (excluding unitary authorities): 714 900 (2003 est). Area (excluding unitary authorities): 6569 sq km (2536 sq miles)
heaven — the abode of God, the angels, and the spirits of the righteous after death; the place or state of existence of the blessed after the mortal life.
leaven — a substance, as yeast or baking powder, that causes fermentation and expansion of dough or batter.
previn — André (ˈɒndreɪ). born 1929, US orchestral conductor, born in Germany; living in Britain; awarded an honorary knighthood (1996)
