baxter
word
/ˈbækstɝ/
BAK-stur
/ˈbækstə/
BAK-stuh
Definition
A proper name, usually used as a surname and sometimes as a given name. It refers to a person, family, character, brand name, or place called Baxter, depending on context.
Usage & Nuances
Because it is a proper name, it is normally capitalized: 'Baxter'. It is not a common vocabulary word with a general meaning, so learners should rely on context to know whether it refers to a person, company, fictional character, or place.
Spanish: Baxter (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Baxter (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Baxter (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 巴克斯特（人名）Chinese (Traditional): 巴克斯特（人名）Hindi: बैक्सटर (व्यक्तिनाम)Arabic: باكستر (اسم علم)Bengali: ব্যাক্সটারRussian: БакстерJapanese: バクスターVietnamese: BaxterKorean: 백스터Turkish: BaxterUrdu: بیکسرIndonesian: Baxter
Example Sentences
Baxter is my last name.
basic
Mr. Baxter is our new teacher.
basic
I got a call from Baxter this morning.
basic
You mean Baxter from accounting, right?
natural
I haven't seen Baxter in years.
natural
Apparently, Baxter is moving to Chicago next month.
natural