name
Uncommon
Fulton
FUUL-tuhn
Fulton (name) means an English surname and given name, notably borne by inventor Robert Fulton, a pioneer of steamboat travel. Example: “Robert Fulton is credited with commercializing the steamboat.”
name
1
An English surname and given name, notably borne by inventor Robert Fulton, a pioneer of steamboat travel.
"Robert Fulton is credited with commercializing the steamboat."
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like Fulton.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- Fultons
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
Robert _____ is credited with commercializing the steamboat.
Etymology
Comes from Foulden, a village in Norfolk, from Old English fuġol (“bird”) and tūn (“dwelling”).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Fulton” mean?
The word “Fulton” means an English surname and given name, notably borne by inventor Robert Fulton, a pioneer of steamboat travel.
How do you pronounce “Fulton”?
“Fulton” is pronounced FUUL-tuhn (/ˈfʊltən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Fulton” in a sentence?
Here is “Fulton” used in a sentence: “Robert Fulton is credited with commercializing the steamboat.”
What part of speech is “Fulton”?
“Fulton” is a name.
Is “Fulton” a common word?
“Fulton” is an uncommon word in modern English.
