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Ames

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Name — A surname, also a diminutive of the female given name Amy, and the name of a city in Iowa, United States.

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Etymology

From the clipping of Amy + the hypocoristic suffix -s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ames” mean?

The word “Ames” means a surname, also a diminutive of the female given name Amy, and the name of a city in Iowa, United States.

How do you pronounce “Ames”?

“Ames” is pronounced aymz (/eɪmz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ames” in a sentence?

Here is “Ames” used in a sentence: “Ames, Iowa is home to Iowa State University.”

What part of speech is “Ames”?

“Ames” is a name.

Is “Ames” a common word?

“Ames” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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