noun
Chadwick
CHAD-wihk
Chadwick (noun) means a surname, originally referring to someone from a place called Chadwick. Example: “James Chadwick discovered the neutron in 1932.”
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A surname, originally referring to someone from a place called Chadwick.
"James Chadwick discovered the neutron in 1932."
How to use Chadwick
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname of English origin, most famous for physicist James Chadwick.
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Etymology
From Old English Ceadda ("Chad") combined with Old Norse vík ("bay, inlet").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Chadwick” mean?
The word “Chadwick” means a surname, originally referring to someone from a place called Chadwick. In plain terms, a surname of English origin, most famous for physicist James Chadwick.
How do you pronounce “Chadwick”?
“Chadwick” is pronounced CHAD-wihk (/ˈt͡ʃædwɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Chadwick” in a sentence?
Here is “Chadwick” used in a sentence: “James Chadwick discovered the neutron in 1932.”
What part of speech is “Chadwick”?
“Chadwick” is a noun.
Where does the word “Chadwick” come from?
The word “Chadwick” comes from Old English. From Old English Ceadda ("Chad") combined with Old Norse vík ("bay, inlet").
