Matt
noun
a male given name, form of Matthew.
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Matt
1 American
[mat]
/ mæt /
noun
Matt.
2
American
abbreviation
Bible.
Matt.
1
British
abbreviation
matt
2
British
/ mæt /
adjective
Example Sentences
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Matt Smith, who plays Rhaenyra’s uncle-turned-husband, Daemon Targaryen, in the series, describes D’Arcy as a “one-off.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
Davidson analyst Matt Curtis, in a note on Monday, said El Pollo Loco was selling more orders with three to four pieces, as opposed to orders with only two.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026
Iridium didn’t respond to a request for comment, though CEO Matt Desch said on a February earnings call that the company would “continuously consider” its assets.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
Kohl’s last month named Matt Ward as its new head of supply chain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
While Ralph and Ryan were enjoying a commercial for a truck that could zigzag without overturning, Matt strolled into a room called the Jumping Frog Lounge and returned with a handful of popcorn.
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
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