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Hitchcock

HIHCH-kok

Hitchcock (name) means an English surname, notably borne by film director Alfred Hitchcock; also the name of small towns in Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas. Example: “She grew up watching Hitchcock films with her father.”

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An English surname, notably borne by film director Alfred Hitchcock; also the name of small towns in Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas.

"She grew up watching Hitchcock films with her father."

Word forms

Hitchcocks plural

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Etymology

From the given name Hitch (a diminutive of Richard) plus -cock, a medieval diminutive suffix.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Hitchcock” mean?

The word “Hitchcock” means an English surname, notably borne by film director Alfred Hitchcock; also the name of small towns in Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas.

How do you pronounce “Hitchcock”?

“Hitchcock” is pronounced HIHCH-kok (/ˈhɪt͡ʃˌkɑk/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hitchcock” in a sentence?

Here is “Hitchcock” used in a sentence: “She grew up watching Hitchcock films with her father.”

What part of speech is “Hitchcock”?

“Hitchcock” is a name.

Is “Hitchcock” a common word?

“Hitchcock” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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