Crockford
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of Crockford
C19: named after John Crockford (1823–65), clerk to Edward William Cox (1809–79), a lawyer who devised the directory
Example Sentences
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Crockford said cod and haddock were becoming "a luxury not a necessity", adding that offering "more sustainable" fish options at a "budget that everyone can afford" could see a change in chip shop menus.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
Mr Crockford said he asked his GP practice to refer him to a cardiologist at Scarborough Hospital before Christmas, when he started to feel so breathless he was unable to do any physical activity.
From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2025
Crockford and colleagues also run their movie into the future.
From Science Magazine ● Oct. 17, 2023
But she’s happy to share that spotlight, too: The title track features five female bassists, including Jane Crockford from the British post-punk group the Mo-dettes and Emily Elhaj, who plays in Angel Olsen’s band.
From New York Times ● Feb. 22, 2023
Harry shook hands again and again — Doris Crockford kept coming back for more.
From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling
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