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Noun last name has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebLast NameDefinition:A last name, also known as a surname, is a name that is inherited and shared by members of a family. It usually comes after the given name and helps identify individuals within a larger community. Senses:Sense 1 (Noun) - Family Name:A last name refers to a name shared by members of a family, typically passed down from parents to children over generations. Example sentence 1: Smith is a common last name in the United States. Example sentence 2: The Johnson last name originated from England. Related products: Books about genealogy Sense 2 (Noun) - Second Part of a Person's Full Name:In a person's full name, the last name is the final part, used to distinguish individuals from one another when sharing a common given name. Example sentence 1: Please write your first name in the top box and your last name in the bottom box. Example sentence 2: The singer's last name is Gomez. Related products: Name tags Sense 3 (Adjective) - Fresh or Most Recent:When used as an adjective, last name refers to something that is fresh, occurring most recently, or latest in a series. Example sentence 1: I can't recall her first name, but her last name was Thompson. Example sentence 2: What was the last name you wrote on the list? Related products: Recent bestselling books | ||||
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