Clovis
What is another word for Clovis? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A male given name, historically borne by early Frankish kings.
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Etymology
The name comes from the Frankish *Hlōdowig — the same Germanic root that gives us "Louis" and "Ludwig." The Clovis archaeological culture is named after Clovis, New Mexico, where the first artifacts were found.
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What does “Clovis” mean?
The word “Clovis” means a male given name, historically borne by early Frankish kings. In plain terms, either a historical Frankish royal name, or (capitalized as a technical term) an ancient prehistoric toolmaking culture in the Americas.
How do you pronounce “Clovis”?
“Clovis” is pronounced KLOH-vihs (/ˈkloʊvɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Clovis” in a sentence?
Here is “Clovis” used in a sentence: “Clovis I was the first king to unite the Frankish tribes under one rule.”
What part of speech is “Clovis”?
“Clovis” is a noun.
Where does the word “Clovis” come from?
The word “Clovis” comes from Germanic. The name comes from the Frankish *Hlōdowig — the same Germanic root that gives us "Louis" and "Ludwig." The Clovis archaeological culture is named after Clovis, New Mexico, where the first artifacts were found.
How many meanings does “Clovis” have?
“Clovis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name, historically borne by early Frankish kings.
