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Pettigrew

Pettigrew (name) means an English surname of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "small growth" or "crane's foot". Example: “Pettigrew has been recorded as an English surname since the 13th century.”

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An English surname of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "small growth" or "crane's foot".
"Pettigrew has been recorded as an English surname since the 13th century."
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Etymology

Possibly from the Anglo-Norman French "petit creu" (small growth), or from "pie de grue" (crane's foot), referring to someone with long legs.

Origin: French

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What does “Pettigrew” mean?

The word “Pettigrew” means an English surname of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "small growth" or "crane's foot".

How do you use “Pettigrew” in a sentence?

Here is “Pettigrew” used in a sentence: “Pettigrew has been recorded as an English surname since the 13th century.”

What part of speech is “Pettigrew”?

“Pettigrew” is a name.

Where does the word “Pettigrew” come from?

The word “Pettigrew” comes from French. Possibly from the Anglo-Norman French "petit creu" (small growth), or from "pie de grue" (crane's foot), referring to someone with long legs.

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