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Whittier

WIH-tee

Whittier (name) means an English surname, later used as a place and family name in the United States, notably associated with poet John Greenleaf Whittier. Example: “The town of Whittier was named after the poet.”

name

An English surname, later used as a place and family name in the United States, notably associated with poet John Greenleaf Whittier.

"The town of Whittier was named after the poet."

Word forms

Whittiers plural

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Etymology

From whityer (“a whiter, whitester”, occupational name).

Rhymes for Whittier

bier tier pier crier skier trier Meier Grier Drier Xavier copier vizier

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Whittier” mean?

The word “Whittier” means an English surname, later used as a place and family name in the United States, notably associated with poet John Greenleaf Whittier.

How do you pronounce “Whittier”?

“Whittier” is pronounced WIH-tee (/ˈwɪtiɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Whittier” in a sentence?

Here is “Whittier” used in a sentence: “The town of Whittier was named after the poet.”

What part of speech is “Whittier”?

“Whittier” is a name.