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Cummings
KUH-mihngz
Cummings (name) means a surname of Scottish Gaelic origin. Example: “The poet E. E. Cummings is famous for his unconventional style.”
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A surname of Scottish Gaelic origin.
"The poet E. E. Cummings is famous for his unconventional style."
How to use Cummings
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly a surname, also used as several place names in the US and Canada.
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Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic Cuimeinich, tracing back to a Norman surname of French toponymic origin.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Cummings” mean?
The word “Cummings” means a surname of Scottish Gaelic origin. In plain terms, mainly a surname, also used as several place names in the US and Canada.
How do you pronounce “Cummings”?
“Cummings” is pronounced KUH-mihngz (/ˈkʌmɪŋz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cummings” in a sentence?
Here is “Cummings” used in a sentence: “The poet E. E. Cummings is famous for his unconventional style.”
What part of speech is “Cummings”?
“Cummings” is a name.
Where does the word “Cummings” come from?
The word “Cummings” comes from French. From Scottish Gaelic Cuimeinich, tracing back to a Norman surname of French toponymic origin.
Is “Cummings” a common word?
“Cummings” is an uncommon word in modern English.
