noun
Duckworth
DUHK-wuhth
Duckworth (noun) means a surname of English origin. Example: “The Duckworth-Lewis method is used to adjust cricket targets in rain-shortened matches.”
noun
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A surname of English origin.
"The Duckworth-Lewis method is used to adjust cricket targets in rain-shortened matches."
How to use Duckworth
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn English surname, best known from the cricket scoring method named after Frank Duckworth.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Duckworths
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Etymology
A habitational surname from a place in Lancashire, from Old English duce ("duck") + worth ("enclosure").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Duckworth” mean?
The word “Duckworth” means a surname of English origin. In plain terms, an English surname, best known from the cricket scoring method named after Frank Duckworth.
How do you pronounce “Duckworth”?
“Duckworth” is pronounced DUHK-wuhth (/ˈdʌkwə(ɹ)θ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Duckworth” in a sentence?
Here is “Duckworth” used in a sentence: “The Duckworth-Lewis method is used to adjust cricket targets in rain-shortened matches.”
What part of speech is “Duckworth”?
“Duckworth” is a noun.
Where does the word “Duckworth” come from?
The word “Duckworth” comes from Old English. A habitational surname from a place in Lancashire, from Old English duce ("duck") + worth ("enclosure").
