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Mosley

MOHZ-lee

Mosley (name) means an English surname derived from a place name. Example: “Mosley is a fairly common surname in England.”

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An English surname derived from a place name.
"Mosley is a fairly common surname in England."
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Etymology

From Old English mos ("peat bog") and leah ("woodland, clearing").

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Mosley” mean?

The word “Mosley” means an English surname derived from a place name.

How do you pronounce “Mosley”?

“Mosley” is pronounced MOHZ-lee (/ˈmoʊzli/ in IPA).

How do you use “Mosley” in a sentence?

Here is “Mosley” used in a sentence: “Mosley is a fairly common surname in England.”

What part of speech is “Mosley”?

“Mosley” is a name.

Where does the word “Mosley” come from?

The word “Mosley” comes from Old English. From Old English mos ("peat bog") and leah ("woodland, clearing").

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