noun
Etymology
Origin of Ernie
C20: acronym of E lectronic R andom N umber I ndicator E quipment
Example Sentences
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Modern-day Primm began in the 1950s when Ernie Primm established a motel and coffee shop at the state-border location.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
“We are convinced that the flexibility and resiliency of our off-price business model will continue to be a tremendous advantage,” said Chief Executive Ernie Herrman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
As first reported by The Wall Street Journal, the property—which sits on nearly two acres of lush land—is listed with Jon Grauman of Resident Group and Ernie Carswell of Sotheby’s International Realty.
From MarketWatch ● May 19, 2026
Eric and Ernie met in 1940 when they were both teenagers and booked to perform in the same Nottingham stage show.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
It was another good one, so he picked it off, slow, because for some reason he felt a little shy about telling Ernie the next part.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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