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Corbett

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Corbett (name) means an English surname, derived from a Norman nickname meaning "little crow.". Example: “Corbett coached the boxing team downtown.”

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An English surname, derived from a Norman nickname meaning "little crow."
"Corbett coached the boxing team downtown."
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Etymology

From Anglo-Norman corbet (“little crow; carrion crow”), probably a nickname for someone with dark hair or complexion.

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What does “Corbett” mean?
The word “Corbett” means an English surname, derived from a Norman nickname meaning "little crow.".
How do you use “Corbett” in a sentence?
Here is “Corbett” used in a sentence: “Corbett coached the boxing team downtown.”
What part of speech is “Corbett”?
“Corbett” is a name.
Is “Corbett” a common word?
“Corbett” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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