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Monsanto

Monsanto (name) means a surname of Portuguese origin, also historically the name of a major American agrochemical company. Example: “Monsanto was once one of the largest agricultural companies in the world.”

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A surname of Portuguese origin, also historically the name of a major American agrochemical company.
"Monsanto was once one of the largest agricultural companies in the world."

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Monsantos plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Portuguese Monsanto.

Origin: Portuguese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Monsanto” mean?

The word “Monsanto” means a surname of Portuguese origin, also historically the name of a major American agrochemical company.

How do you use “Monsanto” in a sentence?

Here is “Monsanto” used in a sentence: “Monsanto was once one of the largest agricultural companies in the world.”

What part of speech is “Monsanto”?

“Monsanto” is a name.

Where does the word “Monsanto” come from?

The word “Monsanto” comes from Portuguese. Borrowed from Portuguese Monsanto.

Is “Monsanto” a common word?

“Monsanto” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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