Etymology

Peabody

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Today it means: A surname transferred from the nickname. Full definition →

Middle English Pebody
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Peabody · proper noun1

  1. Middle English · inherited fromPebody
  2. English todayPeabody

From Middle English Pebody, equivalent to pea (“peacock”) + body (“body, person”).

Peabody · proper noun2

Named for George Foster Peabody.

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