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Austin
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1
A masculine given name and surname, ultimately from "Augustine."
"He was named Austin after his grandfather."
2
The capital city of Texas, known for its live music and tech industry.
"They moved to Austin for the job market and the barbecue."
How to Use Austin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA common first name/surname, and the name of the Texan capital city.
Word Forms
more Austin comparative, Austins plural, most Austin superlative
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Etymology
From Old French Austin, a popular shortened form of Augustin, from Latin Augustīnus.