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Kershaw
KUHR-shawr
Kershaw (name) means an English surname, originally from a place name meaning "church wood.". Example: “Clayton Kershaw is regarded as one of baseball's greatest pitchers.”
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An English surname, originally from a place name meaning "church wood."
"Clayton Kershaw is regarded as one of baseball's greatest pitchers."
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Etymology
This comes from Old English, equivalent to kirk ("church") plus shaw ("grove").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kershaw” mean?
The word “Kershaw” means an English surname, originally from a place name meaning "church wood.".
How do you pronounce “Kershaw”?
“Kershaw” is pronounced KUHR-shawr (/ˈkərʃɔːr/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kershaw” in a sentence?
Here is “Kershaw” used in a sentence: “Clayton Kershaw is regarded as one of baseball's greatest pitchers.”
What part of speech is “Kershaw”?
“Kershaw” is a name.
Is “Kershaw” a common word?
“Kershaw” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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