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Forrest

From the English surname meaning "forest", originally given to a person who lived near or worked in a forest.

Meaning and origin

Forrest derives from the Old English word 'forest', historically referring to a person who lived near or managed a forest.

How to pronounce Forrest

English (US)FOR-ist /ˈfɔrɪst/

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