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MacArthur
muh-KAH-thuh
MacArthur (name) means a Scottish surname, borne notably by US General Douglas MacArthur. Example: “General MacArthur led forces in the Pacific during World War II.”
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A Scottish surname, borne notably by US General Douglas MacArthur.
"General MacArthur led forces in the Pacific during World War II."
"To hear Pastor John MacArthur tell it, all Grace Community Church did was open its doors and the people came, like the animals to Noah’s Ark."
— Daniel Burke, California church defies public health orders, holds indoor services for thousands with no social distancing (2020)
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- MacArthurs
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What does “MacArthur” mean?
The word “MacArthur” means a Scottish surname, borne notably by US General Douglas MacArthur.
How do you pronounce “MacArthur”?
“MacArthur” is pronounced muh-KAH-thuh (/məˈkɑː(ɹ)θə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “MacArthur” in a sentence?
Here is “MacArthur” used in a sentence: “General MacArthur led forces in the Pacific during World War II.”
What part of speech is “MacArthur”?
“MacArthur” is a name.
Is “MacArthur” a common word?
“MacArthur” is an uncommon word in modern English.
