Gehrig's
|Gehrig's|
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/ˈɡɛrɪɡz/
Lou Gehrig's association
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Gehrig's' originates from the surname 'Gehrig', specifically associated with Lou Gehrig, a renowned baseball player.
Historical Evolution
'Gehrig' is a surname of German origin, and 'Gehrig's' is the possessive form used in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the surname, but over time it became associated with Lou Gehrig and ALS, known as 'Gehrig's disease'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a possessive form of the surname 'Gehrig', often associated with Lou Gehrig, a famous American baseball player.
Gehrig's disease is another name for ALS.
Last updated: 2025/07/22 21:05