Phelps
proper nounproper nounattested in dialogue
- //fɛlps//
A surname transferred from the given name.
proper noun
- 1
A surname transferred from the given name.
- 2
A census-designated place in Pike County, Kentucky, United States.
- 3
A town and village therein, in Ontario County, New York, United States.
- 4
A town and unincorporated community therein, in Vilas County, Wisconsin, United States.
Etymology
From Philip + genitive (mainly patronymic) suffix -s.
proper noun
- 1
Also a form of Phelpplural of Phelp
Etymology
See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
Forms
- plural
- Phelpses
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Phelps · A surname transferred from the given name.
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