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Dawkins
DAW-kihnz
Dawkins (name) means an English surname, a patronymic meaning "son of Daw" (a form of David). Example: “The scientist Richard Dawkins wrote several popular books on evolution.”
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An English surname, a patronymic meaning "son of Daw" (a form of David).
"The scientist Richard Dawkins wrote several popular books on evolution."
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Etymology
Formed from Dawkin and -s (a patronymic suffix).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Dawkins” mean?
The word “Dawkins” means an English surname, a patronymic meaning "son of Daw" (a form of David).
How do you pronounce “Dawkins”?
“Dawkins” is pronounced DAW-kihnz (/ˈdɔːkɪnz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dawkins” in a sentence?
Here is “Dawkins” used in a sentence: “The scientist Richard Dawkins wrote several popular books on evolution.”
What part of speech is “Dawkins”?
“Dawkins” is a name.
Is “Dawkins” a common word?
“Dawkins” is an uncommon word in modern English.
