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Herschel

What is another word for Herschel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Name — A family name.

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Etymology

As a name for Uranus, it honours the planet's discoverer, William Herschel.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Herschel” mean?
The word “Herschel” means a surname.
How do you pronounce “Herschel”?
“Herschel” is pronounced HURSHL (/ˈhɝʃl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “Herschel” in a sentence?
Here is “Herschel” used in a sentence: “This Herschel could be sent through stages of Buckingham's components, producing an arbitrary excess of gliders along a variety of different paths.”
What part of speech is “Herschel”?
Depending on how it is used, “Herschel” can be a name and a noun.
How many meanings does “Herschel” have?
“Herschel” has 8 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname.

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