chapman
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chap·man

noun \ˈchap-mən\

Definition of CHAPMAN

1
archaic : merchant, trader
2
British : peddler

Origin of CHAPMAN

Middle English, from Old English cēapman, from cēap trade + man — more at cheap
First Known Use: before 12th century

Chap·man

biographical name \ˈchap-mən\

Definition of CHAPMAN

Frank Mich*ler \ˈmi-klər\ 1864–1945 Am. ornithologist

Chapman

biographical name

Definition of CHAPMAN

George 1559?–1634 Eng. dram. & translator

Chapman

biographical name

Definition of CHAPMAN

John 1774–1845 Johnny Ap*ple*seed \ˈa-pəl-ˌsēd\ Am. pioneer

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