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McMurphy

muhk-MUR-fee

McMurphy (name) means an Irish-derived surname, most famous as the name of the protagonist in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Example: “Randle McMurphy is the rebellious hero of the novel.”

name

An Irish-derived surname, most famous as the name of the protagonist in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.

"Randle McMurphy is the rebellious hero of the novel."

Word forms

McMurphys plural

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Etymology

Anglicized spelling of Irish Mac Murchadha (“son of Murchadh”), a personal name composed of the elements muir (“sea”) + cath (“battle”).

Origin: Irish

Rhymes for McMurphy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “McMurphy” mean?

The word “McMurphy” means an Irish-derived surname, most famous as the name of the protagonist in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.

How do you pronounce “McMurphy”?

“McMurphy” is pronounced muhk-MUR-fee (/məkˈmɝfi/ in IPA).

How do you use “McMurphy” in a sentence?

Here is “McMurphy” used in a sentence: “Randle McMurphy is the rebellious hero of the novel.”

What part of speech is “McMurphy”?

“McMurphy” is a name.