Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jackson
Proper Noun
/ˈdʒæksən/
Definition
A common surname and a reference to several notable individuals and places.
Examples
- Michael Jackson was known as the ‘King of Pop’.
- Jackson, Mississippi is the capital of the state.
- She visited Jackson Hole, a popular tourist destination in Wyoming.
Meaning
Often associated with historical figures or locations, particularly in the United States.
Synonyms
- Jacksonian (when referring to related historical or political contexts)
- Jack (as a diminutive or short form)
