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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").

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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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