Thompson (en. Thompson)

/ˈtɒmpsən/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Common surname in English-speaking countries.
The surname Thompson is very common in the United States.
El apellido Thompson es muy frecuente en Estados Unidos.
Name of some weapons, such as the Thompson submachine gun.
The Thompson was used in many wars.
La Thompson fue utilizada en muchas guerras.

Etymology

Derived from the personal name Tom, common in English, with the suffix -son indicating 'son of'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Thompson submachine gun
Reference to a famous firearm.
Thompson submachine gun
Thompson's rule
Norm or law related to a specific theory.
Thompson's rule

Related Words

Tom
Common personal name associated with the surname.
Tom
Tommy
Nickname sometimes given to people with the surname Thompson.
Tommy

Slang Meanings

Nickname for a Thompson submachine gun.
In the movie, the protagonist used his Thompson to face the enemies.
En la película, el protagonista usaba su Thompson para enfrentarse a los enemigos.
Colloquial term to refer to a friend with the surname Thompson.
Hey, Thompson! How are you?
¡Eh, Thompson! ¿Cómo estás?