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Belmont
BEHL-mont
Belmont (name) means a place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack. Example: “The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race.”
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A place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack.
"The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race."
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Etymology
From French beau mont, meaning "beautiful mountain".
Frequently asked questions
What does “Belmont” mean?
The word “Belmont” means a place name of French origin meaning "beautiful mountain", shared by several towns in the United States and a famous horse racetrack.
How do you pronounce “Belmont”?
“Belmont” is pronounced BEHL-mont (/ˈbɛlmɒnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Belmont” in a sentence?
Here is “Belmont” used in a sentence: “The Belmont Stakes is a famous horse race.”
What part of speech is “Belmont”?
“Belmont” is a name.
Where does the word “Belmont” come from?
The word “Belmont” comes from French. From French beau mont, meaning "beautiful mountain".
Is “Belmont” a common word?
“Belmont” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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