last name
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of last name
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Colin, a 39-year-old neighbor who declined to give his last name citing privacy concerns, said the current residents of the home had just moved in six months ago.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
"I am scared of the war starting again, and at the same time I'm scared of the regime staying", Tehran resident Sheida told AFP, withholding her last name out of concern for her safety.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
"It doesn't fit in the neighbourhood, but what are you going to do?" said Joe, who declined to share his last name for privacy reasons.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
President Trump released mock-up images of a gleaming glass tower emblazoned with his last name that will serve as his presidential library once he leaves office.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Both young women yelled the pilot’s last name together: “Rylskaya!”
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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