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Joplin

JOP-lihn

Joplin (name) means a surname, borne by the ragtime composer Scott Joplin and the rock singer Janis Joplin. Example: “Scott Joplin's ragtime tunes are still widely performed today.”

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A surname, borne by the ragtime composer Scott Joplin and the rock singer Janis Joplin.

"Scott Joplin's ragtime tunes are still widely performed today."

A city in Missouri, and several smaller communities elsewhere in the United States.

"They drove through Joplin, Missouri on their road trip."

How to use Joplin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA surname and US place name, best known from musicians Scott Joplin and Janis Joplin.

Word forms

Joplins plural

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Etymology

An English surname thought to come from "Jobelin," a diminutive of the biblical name Job, once used somewhat mockingly to suggest slow-witted patience.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Joplin” mean?

The word “Joplin” means a surname, borne by the ragtime composer Scott Joplin and the rock singer Janis Joplin. In plain terms, a surname and US place name, best known from musicians Scott Joplin and Janis Joplin.

How do you pronounce “Joplin”?

“Joplin” is pronounced JOP-lihn (/ˈd͡ʒɑplɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Joplin” in a sentence?

Here is “Joplin” used in a sentence: “Scott Joplin's ragtime tunes are still widely performed today.”

What part of speech is “Joplin”?

“Joplin” is a name.

How many meanings does “Joplin” have?

“Joplin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname, borne by the ragtime composer Scott Joplin and the rock singer Janis Joplin.