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Fairfax
FEH-faks
Fairfax (name) means an English surname and place name, also a county in Virginia, USA. Example: “Fairfax County is one of the most populous in Virginia.”
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An English surname and place name, also a county in Virginia, USA.
"Fairfax County is one of the most populous in Virginia."
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_____ County is one of the most populous in Virginia.
Etymology
Fairfax is an English surname, made up of fair and fax (sense 1), giving the meaning “beautiful tresses.”
Frequently asked questions
What does “Fairfax” mean?
The word “Fairfax” means an English surname and place name, also a county in Virginia, USA.
How do you pronounce “Fairfax”?
“Fairfax” is pronounced FEH-faks (/ˈfɛɚfæks/ in IPA).
How do you use “Fairfax” in a sentence?
Here is “Fairfax” used in a sentence: “Fairfax County is one of the most populous in Virginia.”
What part of speech is “Fairfax”?
“Fairfax” is a name.
Is “Fairfax” a common word?
“Fairfax” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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