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Vocabulary Entry
thorpe
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A surname of English origin often associated with places in England.
Example Sentences
"Many notable people have the surname Thorpe."
"The Thorpe family has lived in this village for generations."
"I met a historian who specializes in the Thorpe lineage."
V
verb
To move or behave in a particular way, related to certain regional dialects (usage varies).
Example Sentences
"He thorpe'd around the room, excited for the celebration."
"During the festival, the children thorpe'd joyously."
"She thorpe'd through the crowd to get to the stage."