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Thornton
THAWN-tuhn
Thornton (name) means an English surname and place name meaning "thorn-tree settlement.". Example: “Thornton Wilder wrote the play "Our Town.”
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An English surname and place name meaning "thorn-tree settlement."
"Thornton Wilder wrote the play "Our Town.""
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Etymology
Thornton is formed from Old English þorn (“thorn”) and tūn (“settlement”).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Thornton” mean?
The word “Thornton” means an English surname and place name meaning "thorn-tree settlement.".
How do you pronounce “Thornton”?
“Thornton” is pronounced THAWN-tuhn (/ˈθɔː(ɹ)ntən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Thornton” in a sentence?
Here is “Thornton” used in a sentence: “Thornton Wilder wrote the play "Our Town.".”
What part of speech is “Thornton”?
“Thornton” is a name.
Is “Thornton” a common word?
“Thornton” is an uncommon word in modern English.
