Carp

proper nounattested in dialogue

A surname.

proper noun

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A surname.

Etymology

* As a German, Polish, and Jewish surname, spelling variant of Karp. * As an English surname, from the noun carp (“kind of fish”). * Also as an English surname, from the verb carp (“to complain”).

Forms

plural: Carps

carotid · Either of the two main arteries that supply blood to the head…carousel · A pleasure ride, typically found at amusement parks and fairs…carp · Any of various freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae.

Carp · A surname.

carpenter · A person skilled at carpentry, the trade of cutting and…Carpenter · A surname originating as an occupation derived from the trade…carpet · A fabric used as a complete floor covering.

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