Crichton
What is another word for Crichton? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A habitational surname from Scotland, taken from a village in Midlothian.
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Etymology
From Welsh carreg ("rock") plus Old English tūn ("enclosure; settlement"), the source of the -ton ending.
Full origin of Crichton →Frequently asked questions
What does “Crichton” mean?
The word “Crichton” means a habitational surname from Scotland, taken from a village in Midlothian.
How do you pronounce “Crichton”?
“Crichton” is pronounced KREYE-tuhn (/ˈkɹaɪ̯.tən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Crichton” in a sentence?
Here is “Crichton” used in a sentence: “Michael Crichton wrote several best-selling thriller novels.”
What part of speech is “Crichton”?
“Crichton” is a name.
Where does the word “Crichton” come from?
The word “Crichton” comes from Old English. From Welsh carreg ("rock") plus Old English tūn ("enclosure; settlement"), the source of the -ton ending.
Related words
Creighton
Crighton
