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Harlow

HAR-loh

Harlow (name) means a town in Essex, England, and a surname and unisex given name derived from it. Example: “Jean Harlow was a famous Hollywood actress of the 1930s.”

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A town in Essex, England, and a surname and unisex given name derived from it.
"Jean Harlow was a famous Hollywood actress of the 1930s."
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Etymology

From Old English here ("army") + hlæw ("hill").

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Harlow” mean?

The word “Harlow” means a town in Essex, England, and a surname and unisex given name derived from it.

How do you pronounce “Harlow”?

“Harlow” is pronounced HAR-loh (/ˈhaɹ.loʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Harlow” in a sentence?

Here is “Harlow” used in a sentence: “Jean Harlow was a famous Hollywood actress of the 1930s.”

What part of speech is “Harlow”?

“Harlow” is a name.

Where does the word “Harlow” come from?

The word “Harlow” comes from Old English. From Old English here ("army") + hlæw ("hill").

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