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Lowell

LOH-uhl

Lowell (name) means an Anglo-Norman surname, variant of Lovell; also a masculine given name and the name of a major city in Massachusetts. Example: “Lowell, Massachusetts was a centre of the American textile industry.”

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An Anglo-Norman surname, variant of Lovell; also a masculine given name and the name of a major city in Massachusetts.
"Lowell, Massachusetts was a centre of the American textile industry."
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Etymology

From Old French lou + -el, meaning "little wolf".

Origin: Old French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lowell” mean?

The word “Lowell” means an Anglo-Norman surname, variant of Lovell; also a masculine given name and the name of a major city in Massachusetts.

How do you pronounce “Lowell”?

“Lowell” is pronounced LOH-uhl (/ˈləʊ.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Lowell” in a sentence?

Here is “Lowell” used in a sentence: “Lowell, Massachusetts was a centre of the American textile industry.”

What part of speech is “Lowell”?

“Lowell” is a name.

Where does the word “Lowell” come from?

The word “Lowell” comes from Old French. From Old French lou + -el, meaning "little wolf".

Is “Lowell” a common word?

“Lowell” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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