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Dickinson

DIH-kihn-suhn

Dickinson (name) means an English surname meaning "son of Dick," notably borne by the poet Emily Dickinson. Example: “Emily Dickinson wrote nearly 1,800 poems in her lifetime.”

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An English surname meaning "son of Dick," notably borne by the poet Emily Dickinson.
"Emily Dickinson wrote nearly 1,800 poems in her lifetime."
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Etymology

From Dickin + -son.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dickinson” mean?

The word “Dickinson” means an English surname meaning "son of Dick," notably borne by the poet Emily Dickinson.

How do you pronounce “Dickinson”?

“Dickinson” is pronounced DIH-kihn-suhn (/ˈdɪkɪnsən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dickinson” in a sentence?

Here is “Dickinson” used in a sentence: “Emily Dickinson wrote nearly 1,800 poems in her lifetime.”

What part of speech is “Dickinson”?

“Dickinson” is a name.

Is “Dickinson” a common word?

“Dickinson” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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