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Lincoln has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)

"Abraham Lincoln led the nation through the Civil War, preserved its unity, and issued the Emancipation Proclamation before his tragic assassination."

2

capital of the state of Nebraska; located in southeastern Nebraska; site of the University of Nebraska

"The city of Lincoln serves as the capital of Nebraska, situated in the southeast and home to the University of Nebraska."

3

long-wooled mutton sheep originally from Lincolnshire

"The farmer raised a flock of black Lincolns known for their thick wool and large size."

4

A brand of American automobile.

"The classic Lincoln Continental is known for its luxurious interior and powerful engine."

In plain English: Lincoln is an American surname most famously associated with Abraham Lincoln, who was the 16th president of the United States.

"The new Lincoln parked in front of the store caught everyone's eye because it was such a rare model."

Proper Noun
1

A city and borough of Lincolnshire, England.

"The residents of Lincoln often gather in the historic market square to celebrate the local fair."

Example Sentences
"The new Lincoln parked in front of the store caught everyone's eye because it was such a rare model." noun
"He decided to name his new puppy Lincoln after the famous president." noun
"The old lincoln in our garage needs an oil change soon." noun
"Our family has always been proud of their lincoln ancestry from New England." noun
Related Terms
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
domestic sheep

Origin

The name Lincoln comes from a Latin phrase meaning "Roman settlement at Lindum," which originally referred to a pool or lake near the city in England. While it has ancient roots describing geography, the name also became widely known across the United States as many places established after 1865 were named for President Abraham Lincoln.

Rhyming Words
boln bob lincoln abraham lincoln president abraham lincoln
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