Dixon

Dix-on · proper noun

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Definitions

proper noun

  1. 1.

    An English surname meaning "son of Dick" (a diminutive of Richard).

  2. 2.

    A place name used for various locations in the United States and elsewhere.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Mason-Dixon Line — The boundary line between Pennsylvania and Maryland, often used to represent the division between Northern and Southern states.

Related words

See also: Richard

Etymology

Patronymic surname from Middle English, meaning "son of Dick." Dick is a medieval pet form of the name Richard, from Old French Ricard, ultimately from Germanic elements meaning "powerful ruler."