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Definition of westbrook
westbrook
/ˈwɛstˌbrʊk/
west · brook
Plural:Westbrooks
westbrook Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An English surname of topographic origin, historically denoting a person or family who lived near a western stream.
Example
"The Westbrook family traced their lineage back to a small rural parish in southern England."
2
American A city in Cumberland County, Maine, United States, situated on the Presumpscot River and historically known for its paper manufacturing industry.
Example
"After years in the busy metropolis, they decided to purchase a quiet home in Westbrook."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'west' (west) and 'broc' (brook). It originated as a topographic surname for a family living to the west of a small stream.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Westbrook. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/westbrook