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Columbo (name) means a surname of Italian origin, popularly known from the fictional television detective Columbo. Example: “He watched an old episode of Columbo on television.”

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A surname of Italian origin, popularly known from the fictional television detective Columbo.
"He watched an old episode of Columbo on television."
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Plural
Columbos
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Etymology

The spelling was probably influenced by Columbo (an old spelling of Colombo), under the assumption that the plant came from there.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Columbo” mean?
The word “Columbo” means a surname of Italian origin, popularly known from the fictional television detective Columbo.
How do you use “Columbo” in a sentence?
Here is “Columbo” used in a sentence: “He watched an old episode of Columbo on television.”
What part of speech is “Columbo”?
“Columbo” is a name.
What is the meaning of Columbo?
"Columbo" (name) means a surname of Italian origin, popularly known from the fictional television detective Columbo.
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