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Salinger (name) means a surname of German Jewish origin, notably that of J.D. Salinger, author of "The Catcher in the Rye.". Example: “Salinger became famously reclusive later in life.”

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A surname of German Jewish origin, notably that of J.D. Salinger, author of "The Catcher in the Rye."
"Salinger became famously reclusive later in life."
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What does “Salinger” mean?
The word “Salinger” means a surname of German Jewish origin, notably that of J.D. Salinger, author of "The Catcher in the Rye.".
How do you use “Salinger” in a sentence?
Here is “Salinger” used in a sentence: “Salinger became famously reclusive later in life.”
What part of speech is “Salinger”?
“Salinger” is a name.
What is the meaning of Salinger?
"Salinger" (name) means a surname of German Jewish origin, notably that of J.D. Salinger, author of "The Catcher in the Rye.".