Fleming

noun

Flem·ing ˈfle-miŋ

: a member of the Germanic people inhabiting northern Belgium and a small section of northern France

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle Dutch Vlaminc (akin to Middle Dutch Vlander Flanders)

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

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“Fleming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Fleming. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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Fleming

noun

Flem·ing ˈflem-iŋ

: a member of a people living in northern Belgium

Biographical Definition

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Sir Alexander 1881–1955 British bacteriologist

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Ian Lancaster 1908–1964 British writer

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Sir John Ambrose 1849–1945 English electrical engineer

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Renée 1959– American soprano

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Fleming

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