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Houghton

Verb / ˈhɔ:tʌn / / ˈhaʊtʌn / Another word for houghton — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Houghton is a proper noun that refers to a surname or a place name.

Synonyms & similar words

henryoscarhoughton houghton Houhtonville Houghton-le-Spring Houghton-le-Side

Common collocations

  • Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
  • Houghton Library
  • Houghton Mifflin
  • Houghton College
  • Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing
  • Houghton Street
  • Houghton Mifflin Company
  • Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Education

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Usage note

Houghton is primarily a proper noun, most commonly referring to a publishing company or educational institutions. It does not have standard antonyms or synonyms in the way a common noun or verb would.

Example sentences

  1. Houghton is a beautiful place to visit in Michigan.
  2. My friend's last name is Houghton.
  3. Houghton Mifflin is a famous publishing company.
  4. The Houghton family is having a reunion this summer.
  5. I am going to Houghton College in the fall.

Quotes

  • I always wanted to play at Michigan Tech. I loved Houghton and the rink.
  • I'm so happy to be in Houghton right now, and I'm so happy to be part of this team.
  • Houghton Mifflin was a fantastic place to work. It was a great company with great people.

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