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Cornelius
kaw-NEE-leers
Cornelius (name) means a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from an old Roman family name possibly meaning "horn.". Example: “Cornelius worked as a shipbuilder in the harbor town.”
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A masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from an old Roman family name possibly meaning "horn."
"Cornelius worked as a shipbuilder in the harbor town."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Cornēlius.
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What does “Cornelius” mean?
The word “Cornelius” means a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from an old Roman family name possibly meaning "horn.".
How do you pronounce “Cornelius”?
“Cornelius” is pronounced kaw-NEE-leers (/kɔɹˈniliəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cornelius” in a sentence?
Here is “Cornelius” used in a sentence: “Cornelius worked as a shipbuilder in the harbor town.”
What part of speech is “Cornelius”?
“Cornelius” is a name.
Is “Cornelius” a common word?
“Cornelius” is an uncommon word in modern English.
