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Balfour

Balfour (name) means a Scottish surname, notably borne by British Prime Minister Arthur Balfour, and a place name in Scotland and elsewhere. Example: “Balfour served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.”

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A Scottish surname, notably borne by British Prime Minister Arthur Balfour, and a place name in Scotland and elsewhere.

"Balfour served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom."

Word forms

Balfours plural

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Etymology

From Scottish Gaelic baile ("village, town") + pòr ("pasture").

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Rhymes for Balfour

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Balfour” mean?

The word “Balfour” means a Scottish surname, notably borne by British Prime Minister Arthur Balfour, and a place name in Scotland and elsewhere.

How do you use “Balfour” in a sentence?

Here is “Balfour” used in a sentence: “Balfour served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.”

What part of speech is “Balfour”?

“Balfour” is a name.

Where does the word “Balfour” come from?

The word “Balfour” comes from Scottish Gaelic. From Scottish Gaelic baile ("village, town") + pòr ("pasture").

Is “Balfour” a common word?

“Balfour” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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