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Murdoch
MUR-dok
Murdoch (name) means a Scottish surname derived from Scottish Gaelic. Example: “Rupert Murdoch built a global media empire.”
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A Scottish surname derived from Scottish Gaelic.
"Rupert Murdoch built a global media empire."
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Etymology
Possibly from Scottish Gaelic muir ("sea") or muireach ("mariner").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Murdoch” mean?
The word “Murdoch” means a Scottish surname derived from Scottish Gaelic.
How do you pronounce “Murdoch”?
“Murdoch” is pronounced MUR-dok (/ˈmɜː(ɹ)dɒk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Murdoch” in a sentence?
Here is “Murdoch” used in a sentence: “Rupert Murdoch built a global media empire.”
What part of speech is “Murdoch”?
“Murdoch” is a name.
Where does the word “Murdoch” come from?
The word “Murdoch” comes from Scottish Gaelic. Possibly from Scottish Gaelic muir ("sea") or muireach ("mariner").
Is “Murdoch” a common word?
“Murdoch” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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