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Sinclair
sihng-KLEH-uh
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A Scottish surname, originally the name of a clan, now also used as a given name.
"The Sinclair family owned the castle for centuries."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Scottish surname and occasional first name.
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Etymology
Traditionally traced to Saint Clare, honoured by churches associated with the clan.