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Turnbull
Turnbull (name) means an English surname, originally a nickname for someone strong enough to wrestle a bull to the ground. Example: “Malcolm Turnbull served as Prime Minister of Australia.”
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An English surname, originally a nickname for someone strong enough to wrestle a bull to the ground.
"Malcolm Turnbull served as Prime Minister of Australia."
How to use Turnbull
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname of English origin, most familiar internationally through former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Turnbulls
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Etymology
A compound of "turn" and "bull," originally a nickname for someone strong enough to turn a bull.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Turnbull” mean?
The word “Turnbull” means an English surname, originally a nickname for someone strong enough to wrestle a bull to the ground. In plain terms, a surname of English origin, most familiar internationally through former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull.
How do you use “Turnbull” in a sentence?
Here is “Turnbull” used in a sentence: “Malcolm Turnbull served as Prime Minister of Australia.”
What part of speech is “Turnbull”?
“Turnbull” is a name.
Is “Turnbull” a common word?
“Turnbull” is an uncommon word in modern English.
