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Stamford

Stamford (name) means a town in Lincolnshire, England, and the name of a city in Connecticut, US. Example: “She commuted daily from Stamford into the city.”

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A town in Lincolnshire, England, and the name of a city in Connecticut, US.
"She commuted daily from Stamford into the city."
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Etymology

From Old English stan ("stone") and ford, referring to a stony river crossing.

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Stamford” mean?

The word “Stamford” means a town in Lincolnshire, England, and the name of a city in Connecticut, US.

How do you use “Stamford” in a sentence?

Here is “Stamford” used in a sentence: “She commuted daily from Stamford into the city.”

What part of speech is “Stamford”?

“Stamford” is a name.

Where does the word “Stamford” come from?

The word “Stamford” comes from Old English. From Old English stan ("stone") and ford, referring to a stony river crossing.

Is “Stamford” a common word?

“Stamford” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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