fraser
fraser Lexical Profile
• noun
Scottish A prominent Scottish surname and the name of a historical Highland clan.
"The history of the Fraser clan is deeply intertwined with the Jacobite risings in the Scottish Highlands."
Canadian A major river in western Canada, and the longest entirely within British Columbia, flowing into the Strait of Georgia just south of Vancouver.
North American A species of fir tree (Abies fraseri) native to the Appalachian Mountains, widely cultivated and highly popular as a commercial Christmas tree.
"We decided to buy a Fraser this year because its sturdy branches can hold heavy ornaments without drooping."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Originates as a Scottish surname derived from a Norman family name, possibly 'de Frisselle' or 'Fresel'. The clan's spelling and coat of arms were later influenced by the French word 'fraise' (strawberry), featuring strawberry flowers.
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