Definitions

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  • proper noun Any of several placenames in England and elsewhere.
  • proper noun An English habitational surname derived from any of the places in England.

Etymologies

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From Old English wilig ("willow") and Old Norse byr ("settlement")

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Examples

  • This American comedian and actor was born Thomas Daniel Conway in Willoughby, Ohio, known mainly for his sitcoms, films and television.

    Five People Born on December 15 | myFiveBest 2009

  • Willoughby, is an old-timer in this district and knows how to discharge his duties.

    Work Camp 107 GW 2010

  • Curious what it would be like to stay at the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Louis Penfield House in Willoughby, Ohio?

    Renting Wright 2008

  • Curious what it would be like to stay at the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Louis Penfield House in Willoughby, Ohio?

    October 2008 2008

  • That, says Willoughby, is not an attractive story.

    Booker Richard 2006

  • In the command bunker at the Lang Vei Camp, Captain Willoughby had regained consciousness during Ashley's final assault.

    Moreland, James L. 1968

  • I can't help it, it's not that funny but I'd better just get this thought out of the way before I start because I hear the word Willoughby and am instantly reminded of a lovely Australian secretary, Joanie, who worked in the clinic with us years ago.

    Brit Lit Blogs 2009

  • Anyone interested in volunteering with the Nancy Project can either call Willoughby at

    Sentinel & Enterprise Most Viewed 2009

  • I can't help it, it's not that funny but I'd better just get this thought out of the way before I start because I hear the word Willoughby and am instantly reminded of a lovely Australian secretary, Joanie, who worked in the clinic with us years ago.

    Brit Lit Blogs 2009

  • _Savannah_, and to him the admiral says: 'Willoughby' -- call him

    Wide Courses 1912

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