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Peabody

PEE-buh-dee

Peabody (name) means an English surname, notably borne by philanthropist George Peabody; also the name of a prestigious broadcasting award. Example: “The documentary won a Peabody Award.”

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An English surname, notably borne by philanthropist George Peabody; also the name of a prestigious broadcasting award.

"The documentary won a Peabody Award."

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Etymology

From Middle English Pebody, equivalent to pea (“peacock”) + body (“body, person”).

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for Peabody

body Cody Jody woody brody goody moody doody broody nobody melody bloody

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Peabody” mean?

The word “Peabody” means an English surname, notably borne by philanthropist George Peabody; also the name of a prestigious broadcasting award.

How do you pronounce “Peabody”?

“Peabody” is pronounced PEE-buh-dee (/ˈpibɑdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Peabody” in a sentence?

Here is “Peabody” used in a sentence: “The documentary won a Peabody Award.”

What part of speech is “Peabody”?

“Peabody” is a name.

Is “Peabody” a common word?

“Peabody” is an uncommon word in modern English.