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Karloff
Karloff (name) means a surname, most famously associated with the actor Boris Karloff. Example: “Fans of classic horror films instantly recognize the name Karloff.”
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A surname, most famously associated with the actor Boris Karloff.
"Fans of classic horror films instantly recognize the name Karloff."
How to use Karloff
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname best known from the actor who played Frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film.
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What does “Karloff” mean?
The word “Karloff” means a surname, most famously associated with the actor Boris Karloff. In plain terms, a surname best known from the actor who played Frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film.
How do you use “Karloff” in a sentence?
Here is “Karloff” used in a sentence: “Fans of classic horror films instantly recognize the name Karloff.”
What part of speech is “Karloff”?
“Karloff” is a name.
What is the meaning of Karloff?
"Karloff" (name) means a surname, most famously associated with the actor Boris Karloff.
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