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Durrell

Durrell (name) means a surname of Old French origin, notably borne by the writers Lawrence and Gerald Durrell. Example: “Gerald Durrell wrote fondly about his childhood in Corfu.”

name

A surname of Old French origin, notably borne by the writers Lawrence and Gerald Durrell.

"Gerald Durrell wrote fondly about his childhood in Corfu."

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Etymology

A nickname from a diminutive of Old French dur ("hard").

Origin: Old French

Rhymes for Durrell

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Durrell” mean?

The word “Durrell” means a surname of Old French origin, notably borne by the writers Lawrence and Gerald Durrell.

How do you use “Durrell” in a sentence?

Here is “Durrell” used in a sentence: “Gerald Durrell wrote fondly about his childhood in Corfu.”

What part of speech is “Durrell”?

“Durrell” is a name.

Where does the word “Durrell” come from?

The word “Durrell” comes from Old French. A nickname from a diminutive of Old French dur ("hard").