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Marlowe

MAH-loh

Marlowe (name) means a surname, notably borne by the Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe. Example: “Marlowe's plays were hugely influential on Shakespeare.”

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A surname, notably borne by the Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe.

"Marlowe's plays were hugely influential on Shakespeare."

How to use Marlowe

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In plain EnglishA surname, most famous from the playwright Christopher Marlowe.

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Etymology

A variant spelling of the place name and surname Marlow.

Rhymes for Marlowe

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Marlowe” mean?

The word “Marlowe” means a surname, notably borne by the Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe. In plain terms, a surname, most famous from the playwright Christopher Marlowe.

How do you pronounce “Marlowe”?

“Marlowe” is pronounced MAH-loh (/ˈmɑː(ɹ)ləʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Marlowe” in a sentence?

Here is “Marlowe” used in a sentence: “Marlowe's plays were hugely influential on Shakespeare.”

What part of speech is “Marlowe”?

“Marlowe” is a name.