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Lon

Lon (name) means a male given name, often used as a short form of Alonzo. Example: “Lon Chaney was a famous silent-film actor.”

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A male given name, often used as a short form of Alonzo.
"Lon Chaney was a famous silent-film actor."

How to use Lon

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA short, old-fashioned man's first name, sometimes standing in for Alonzo.

Word forms

Lons plural

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Etymology

Clipping of London.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Lon” mean?

The word “Lon” means a male given name, often used as a short form of Alonzo. In plain terms, a short, old-fashioned man's first name, sometimes standing in for Alonzo.

How do you use “Lon” in a sentence?

Here is “Lon” used in a sentence: “Lon Chaney was a famous silent-film actor.”

What part of speech is “Lon”?

“Lon” is a name.

What is the meaning of Lon?

"Lon" (name) means a male given name, often used as a short form of Alonzo.

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