noun
Ainsley
AYNZ-lee
Ainsley (noun) means a surname of Old English origin, also used as a unisex given name. Example: “Ainsley Harriott is a well-known TV chef.”
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A surname of Old English origin, also used as a unisex given name.
"Ainsley Harriott is a well-known TV chef."
How to use Ainsley
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname turned first name, usable for either sex.
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Etymology
A habitational surname for someone from Annesley or Ansley in England, from Old English words meaning "solitary" or "hermitage" plus "clearing."
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What does “Ainsley” mean?
The word “Ainsley” means a surname of Old English origin, also used as a unisex given name. In plain terms, a surname turned first name, usable for either sex.
How do you pronounce “Ainsley”?
“Ainsley” is pronounced AYNZ-lee (/ˈeɪnzli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ainsley” in a sentence?
Here is “Ainsley” used in a sentence: “Ainsley Harriott is a well-known TV chef.”
What part of speech is “Ainsley”?
“Ainsley” is a noun.
Where does the word “Ainsley” come from?
The word “Ainsley” comes from Old English. A habitational surname for someone from Annesley or Ansley in England, from Old English words meaning "solitary" or "hermitage" plus "clearing.".
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