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Moffat
Moffat (name) means a town in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, and a Scottish habitational surname derived from it. Example: “The Moffat family had lived in the Scottish borders for generations.”
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A town in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, and a Scottish habitational surname derived from it.
"The Moffat family had lived in the Scottish borders for generations."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Moffats
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Etymology
From Scottish Gaelic magh ("field, plain") plus fada ("long").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Moffat” mean?
The word “Moffat” means a town in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, and a Scottish habitational surname derived from it.
How do you use “Moffat” in a sentence?
Here is “Moffat” used in a sentence: “The Moffat family had lived in the Scottish borders for generations.”
What part of speech is “Moffat”?
“Moffat” is a name.
Where does the word “Moffat” come from?
The word “Moffat” comes from Scottish Gaelic. From Scottish Gaelic magh ("field, plain") plus fada ("long").
Is “Moffat” a common word?
“Moffat” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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