ferguson
Pronunciation: [ˈfɜrɡəsən]
Word
Context: “person”
(noun) commonly used as a surname. It represents a family name that many people share. For example, if someone’s last name is Ferguson, it tells us about their family background.
Example
Mr. Ferguson is my favorite teacher at school.
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I don't think there are any Fergusons in my family tree.
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Have you ever met anyone with the last name Ferguson?
Context: “geography”
(noun) a name of several places in the world, especially in the United States. Ferguson is a city in Missouri, which means a lot of people live and work there.
Example
Ferguson, Missouri, is known for its great community events.
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The town of Ferguson does not have a beach.
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What fun things can you do in Ferguson?
Context: “cultural”
(noun) the name of certain important people in history, culture, or sports. For example, someone like a famous writer or athlete might have the name Ferguson.
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Ferguson was a well-known author who wrote many inspiring books.
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There are not many famous Fergusons in sports history compared to other athletes.
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Can you name a famous Ferguson that you have learned about?
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