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Sumner
SUHM-nuh
Sumner (name) means an English surname, historically an occupational name for a summoner, an officer who called people to court. Example: “Senator Charles Sumner was a leading abolitionist voice.”
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An English surname, historically an occupational name for a summoner, an officer who called people to court.
"Senator Charles Sumner was a leading abolitionist voice."
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Etymology
Comes from Middle English sumner ("summoner").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Sumner” mean?
The word “Sumner” means an English surname, historically an occupational name for a summoner, an officer who called people to court.
How do you pronounce “Sumner”?
“Sumner” is pronounced SUHM-nuh (/ˈsʌmnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sumner” in a sentence?
Here is “Sumner” used in a sentence: “Senator Charles Sumner was a leading abolitionist voice.”
What part of speech is “Sumner”?
“Sumner” is a name.
Is “Sumner” a common word?
“Sumner” is an uncommon word in modern English.
