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ferguson

Pronunciation: [ˈfɜrɡəsən]

Word

Learn how to use ferguson in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

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.

Example

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?

How to pronounce ferguson

Pronunciation: [ˈfɜrɡəsən]

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