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Tennant
Tennant (name) means an English surname derived from "tenant," historically denoting someone who held land from a landlord. Example: “David Tennant is a well-known Scottish actor.”
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An English surname derived from "tenant," historically denoting someone who held land from a landlord.
"David Tennant is a well-known Scottish actor."
Word forms
Tennants plural
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Etymology
From tenant, an occupational surname.
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What does “Tennant” mean?
The word “Tennant” means an English surname derived from "tenant," historically denoting someone who held land from a landlord.
How do you use “Tennant” in a sentence?
Here is “Tennant” used in a sentence: “David Tennant is a well-known Scottish actor.”
What part of speech is “Tennant”?
“Tennant” is a name.
Is “Tennant” a common word?
“Tennant” is an uncommon word in modern English.