Thomas
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/ˈtɑməs/
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/ˈtɒməs/
twin (as a name)
Etymology
'Thomas' originates from Aramaic, specifically the word 'toma', where 'toma' meant 'twin'.
'Thomas' changed from the Aramaic word 'toma' into the Greek 'Θωμᾶς (Thomas)', then into Latin 'Thomas', and eventually became the modern English name 'Thomas' through Medieval and Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'twin', but over time it evolved into its current use primarily as a personal name 'Thomas'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a male given name; used as a personal name in English-speaking countries.
Thomas will arrive at 6 pm.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a surname (family name) derived from the given name.
The book was written by Sarah Thomas.
Noun 3
specifically the apostle Thomas in the New Testament, often associated with skepticism (see the idiom 'Doubting Thomas').
In the story, Thomas doubted until he saw the wounds.
Idioms
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