hurst
What is another word for hurst? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A wood, thicket, or small wooded hill (chiefly found today in place names).
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Etymology
From Old English hyrst, meaning a wooded hill or thicket — the same root shows up at the end of many English place names, like Amherst and Sandhurst.
Full origin of hurst →Frequently asked questions
What does “hurst” mean?
The word “hurst” means a wood, thicket, or small wooded hill (chiefly found today in place names).
How do you pronounce “hurst”?
“Hurst” is pronounced hurst (/hɝst/ in IPA).
How do you use “hurst” in a sentence?
Here is “hurst” used in a sentence: “The old map marked a hurst just beyond the village.”
What part of speech is “hurst”?
“Hurst” is a noun.
Where does the word “hurst” come from?
The word “hurst” comes from Old English. From Old English hyrst, meaning a wooded hill or thicket — the same root shows up at the end of many English place names, like Amherst and Sandhurst.
