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Kaplan

Kaplan (name) means a Jewish surname of German and Yiddish origin, derived from a word meaning "chaplain.". Example: “Kaplan taught history at the community college.”

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A Jewish surname of German and Yiddish origin, derived from a word meaning "chaplain."
"Kaplan taught history at the community college."

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What does “Kaplan” mean?

The word “Kaplan” means a Jewish surname of German and Yiddish origin, derived from a word meaning "chaplain.".

How do you use “Kaplan” in a sentence?

Here is “Kaplan” used in a sentence: “Kaplan taught history at the community college.”

What part of speech is “Kaplan”?

“Kaplan” is a name.

Is “Kaplan” a common word?

“Kaplan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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