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Hennessey

Hennessey (name) means a surname of Irish origin. Example: “Detective Hennessey took the case personally.”

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A surname of Irish origin.

"Detective Hennessey took the case personally."

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In plain EnglishAn Irish surname; a variant spelling of Hennessy.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

An anglicized form of the Irish Ó hAonghusa, meaning "descendant of Angus".

Origin: Irish

Rhymes for Hennessey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hennessey” mean?

The word “Hennessey” means a surname of Irish origin. In plain terms, an Irish surname; a variant spelling of Hennessy.

How do you use “Hennessey” in a sentence?

Here is “Hennessey” used in a sentence: “Detective Hennessey took the case personally.”

What part of speech is “Hennessey”?

“Hennessey” is a name.

Where does the word “Hennessey” come from?

The word “Hennessey” comes from Irish. An anglicized form of the Irish Ó hAonghusa, meaning "descendant of Angus".

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