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Gregson

GREHG-suhn

Gregson (name) means a surname originating as a patronymic meaning "son of Greg.". Example: “Inspector Gregson appears in several Sherlock Holmes stories.”

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A surname originating as a patronymic meaning "son of Greg."
"Inspector Gregson appears in several Sherlock Holmes stories."
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Etymology

From Greg + -son.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Gregson” mean?

The word “Gregson” means a surname originating as a patronymic meaning "son of Greg.".

How do you pronounce “Gregson”?

“Gregson” is pronounced GREHG-suhn (/ˈɡɹɛɡ.sən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Gregson” in a sentence?

Here is “Gregson” used in a sentence: “Inspector Gregson appears in several Sherlock Holmes stories.”

What part of speech is “Gregson”?

“Gregson” is a name.

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