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Amherst Moderate

Amherst has 2 different meanings across 1 category:

Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

Ellipsis of Lady Amherst's pheasant.

"The garden was filled with colorful birds, including a rare amherst that fluttered among the bamboo stalks."

In plain English: Amherst is not a single common word but usually refers to either Amherst College, an American university, or the town of Amherst where it is located.

"The residents of Amherst enjoy their small-town atmosphere and friendly neighbors."

Proper Noun
1

An English surname​.

"Professor Amherst taught history at the local university."

Example Sentences
"The residents of Amherst enjoy their small-town atmosphere and friendly neighbors." noun
"The Amherst campus is known for its beautiful historic buildings and quiet libraries." noun
"Students often gather in the town of Amherst to enjoy local coffee shops during winter breaks." noun
"Many tourists visit Amherst as a college town filled with bookstores and charming streets." noun
See Also
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Origin

The word "amherst" does not come from an ancient combination of words meaning elm and wood; instead, it was borrowed directly into English as the name of a person. The town in Nova Scotia takes its name from Jeffery Amherst, 1st Baron Amherst (1717-1797).

Rhyming Words
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