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Hutton

HUH-tuhn

Hutton (name) means an English habitational surname, and the name of several villages in England and Scotland. Example: “James Hutton is often called the father of modern geology.”

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An English habitational surname, and the name of several villages in England and Scotland.
"James Hutton is often called the father of modern geology."

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Etymology

From Old English hōh ("ridge, spur") plus tūn ("enclosure, settlement").

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hutton” mean?

The word “Hutton” means an English habitational surname, and the name of several villages in England and Scotland.

How do you pronounce “Hutton”?

“Hutton” is pronounced HUH-tuhn (/ˈhʌtən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hutton” in a sentence?

Here is “Hutton” used in a sentence: “James Hutton is often called the father of modern geology.”

What part of speech is “Hutton”?

“Hutton” is a name.

Where does the word “Hutton” come from?

The word “Hutton” comes from Old English. From Old English hōh ("ridge, spur") plus tūn ("enclosure, settlement").

Is “Hutton” a common word?

“Hutton” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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