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Elwood

EHL-wuud

Elwood (name) means a masculine given name and surname of English origin, meaning "old forest.". Example: “Elwood Blues is one of the lead characters in "The Blues Brothers.”

name

A masculine given name and surname of English origin, meaning "old forest."

"Elwood Blues is one of the lead characters in "The Blues Brothers.""

Word forms

Elwoods plural

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Etymology

From the Middle English personal name Elwald, Elwold, Alwold, which is composed of the Old English elements ælf (“elf”) and weald (“rule”).

Rhymes for Elwood

food good wood mood hood snood blood flood brood Atwood Osgood plywood

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Elwood” mean?

The word “Elwood” means a masculine given name and surname of English origin, meaning "old forest.".

How do you pronounce “Elwood”?

“Elwood” is pronounced EHL-wuud (/ˈɛlwʊd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Elwood” in a sentence?

Here is “Elwood” used in a sentence: “Elwood Blues is one of the lead characters in "The Blues Brothers.".”

What part of speech is “Elwood”?

“Elwood” is a name.