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Piers

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Piers (name) means a masculine given name, a Middle English form of Peter. Example: “Piers Morgan is a well-known British broadcaster.”

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A masculine given name, a Middle English form of Peter.
"Piers Morgan is a well-known British broadcaster."
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Etymology

A Middle English vernacular form of Peter, via Old French Piers, from Latin Petrus.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Piers” mean?

The word “Piers” means a masculine given name, a Middle English form of Peter.

How do you pronounce “Piers”?

“Piers” is pronounced peerz (/pɪɹz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Piers” in a sentence?

Here is “Piers” used in a sentence: “Piers Morgan is a well-known British broadcaster.”

What part of speech is “Piers”?

“Piers” is a name.

Where does the word “Piers” come from?

The word “Piers” comes from Latin. A Middle English vernacular form of Peter, via Old French Piers, from Latin Petrus.

Is “Piers” a common word?

“Piers” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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