Austin

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English

Etymology

Medieval vernacular form of the saints' name Augustine, Latin Augustinus, derivative of Augustus "majestic".

Pronunciation

Rhymes: -ɒstɪn

Proper noun

Austin

  1. A city, the capital of Texas.
  2. A patronymic surname.
  3. A male given name, in modern usage transferred back from the surname.
  4. A former make of British motor car.

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