fitz (Meaning)

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fitz (n.)

A son; -- used in compound names, to indicate paternity, esp. of the illegitimate sons of kings and princes of the blood; as, Fitzroy, the son of the king; Fitzclarence, the son of the duke of Clarence.

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fitz Sentence Examples

  1. The royal family of Normandy, known as the FitzRoy dynasty, reigned over England for over a century.
  2. The Earl of Fitzwilliam bequeathed his extensive art collection to the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.
  3. The FitzGerald dynasty ruled Ireland for centuries, leaving a lasting impact on the nation's history and culture.
  4. The FitzGibbon family, originally from Ireland, settled in Australia, leaving a legacy of political and legal achievements.
  5. The Fitzherbert family, prominent in English society, held important positions in the royal court and beyond.
  6. The Fitzhugh family, descendants of Norman knights, played a significant role in the development of Virginia's early history.
  7. The Fitzmaurice family, closely associated with the Earldom of Kerry, made valuable contributions to Irish politics and cultural life.
  8. The Fitzroy River in Western Australia is named after the Fitzroy family, who were instrumental in the region's early exploration and settlement.
  9. The Fitzwilliam Virginal Book, a collection of Renaissance keyboard music, was named after its owner, the Viscount Fitzwilliam.
  10. The Fitzwilliam College in Cambridge, established in 1869, continues to be a hub of academic excellence and intellectual exploration.

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A son; -- used in compound names, to indicate paternity, esp. of the illegitimate sons of kings and princes of the blood; as, Fitzroy, the son of the king; Fitz

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The royal family of Normandy, known as the FitzRoy dynasty, reigned over England for over a century.

The Earl of Fitzwilliam bequeathed his extensive art collection to the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.

The FitzGerald dynasty ruled Ireland for centuries, leaving a lasting impact on the nation's history and culture.

The FitzGibbon family, originally from Ireland, settled in Australia, leaving a legacy of political and legal achievements.