mcarthur
mcarthur Lexical Profile
• noun
A surname of Scottish and Irish origin, functioning as a patronymic.
"The McArthur family historically belonged to a prominent Highland Scottish clan."
American A reference to General Douglas MacArthur, a five-star American military leader who played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II.
"Historical accounts frequently debate MacArthur's strategic decisions during the Korean War."
American A geographical place name found in several parts of the United States, such as the village of McArthur, Ohio.
Word Nuance & Usage
Frequently spelled as either 'McArthur' or 'MacArthur'; while they share the same etymological origin, the distinct spellings are strictly maintained by different family lines and institutions.
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Word Origin & Etymology
An Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic 'Mac Artair', a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Arthur'.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.