name

Worthing

WUH-thihng

Worthing (name) means a seaside town in West Sussex, England, and a surname derived from it. Example: “Worthing is a popular coastal town on the south coast of England.”

name

A seaside town in West Sussex, England, and a surname derived from it.

"Worthing is a popular coastal town on the south coast of England."

Word forms

Worthings plural

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Etymology

* The name of the village in Norfolk derives from Old English worþig (“enclosure”). * The name of the town in West Sussex derives from the unattested Old English personal name *Weorþ + -ing (“belonging to”).

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Worthing” mean?

The word “Worthing” means a seaside town in West Sussex, England, and a surname derived from it.

How do you pronounce “Worthing”?

“Worthing” is pronounced WUH-thihng (/ˈwəːðɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Worthing” in a sentence?

Here is “Worthing” used in a sentence: “Worthing is a popular coastal town on the south coast of England.”

What part of speech is “Worthing”?

“Worthing” is a name.