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Albright
Albright (name) means a surname of English origin, historically a variant form of Albert. Example: “Madeleine Albright served as United States Secretary of State in the 1990s.”
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A surname of English origin, historically a variant form of Albert.
"Madeleine Albright served as United States Secretary of State in the 1990s."
How to use Albright
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn English surname sharing its roots with the given name Albert.
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Etymology
From Old English elements meaning "noble" and "bright," making it a doublet of Albert.
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What does “Albright” mean?
The word “Albright” means a surname of English origin, historically a variant form of Albert. In plain terms, an English surname sharing its roots with the given name Albert.
How do you use “Albright” in a sentence?
Here is “Albright” used in a sentence: “Madeleine Albright served as United States Secretary of State in the 1990s.”
What part of speech is “Albright”?
“Albright” is a name.
Where does the word “Albright” come from?
The word “Albright” comes from Old English. From Old English elements meaning "noble" and "bright," making it a doublet of Albert.
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