Genders
Genders (name) means a surname derived from an old French word for "son-in-law.". Example: “The Genders family has lived in the village for decades.”
How to use Genders
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname, unrelated in origin to the word "gender."
Word forms
Genderses plural
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The _____ family has lived in the village for decades.
Etymology
From Old French gendre, "son-in-law," with an added patronymic "-s."
Rhymes for Genders
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What does “Genders” mean?
The word “Genders” means a surname derived from an old French word for "son-in-law.". In plain terms, a surname, unrelated in origin to the word "gender.".
How do you use “Genders” in a sentence?
Here is “Genders” used in a sentence: “The Genders family has lived in the village for decades.”
What part of speech is “Genders”?
“Genders” is a name.
Where does the word “Genders” come from?
The word “Genders” comes from Old French. From Old French gendre, "son-in-law," with an added patronymic "-s.".
Is “Genders” a common word?
“Genders” is an uncommon word in modern English.