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Mcmaster

Verb / mʌˈkmæstɜ: / Another word for mcmaster — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

McMaster is a surname of Scottish origin. It means 'son of the master' or 'son of the great house' in Gaelic.

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Example sentences

  1. My friend's last name is McMaster.
  2. The McMaster family has a long history in Scotland.
  3. John McMaster is a famous mathematician.
  4. I met a guy named McMaster at the party.
  5. McMaster is a popular last name in Canada.

Quotes

  • 'I didn't know you were Scottish,' said Harry. 'Only half,' said Seamus. 'Mum's side, you know. McLeod. We're not all like Bagman, you know. In fact, I don't think there's anyone like him except him.' - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
  • 'I don't know what's more frightening,' said Lucius Malfoy, with a swift look around the shop, 'the idea that Dumbledore can't track down one old man or the possibility that he doesn't want to.' 'My Lord, I have no idea -' said a sweaty Rookwood. 'Of course you don't,' said Dumbledore pleasantly. 'I daresay you forget that you are under the Imperius Curse. I don't,' said Dumbledore, his eyes flashing. 'McMaster.' - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
  • 'I was born in 1921,' said Mrs. Cattermole, 'so after Hogwarts, really, but my husband, Reginald, was in your year, Arthur.' She turned to her husband, who had been gazing up at the Ministry of Magic employee on the broomstick with great interest. 'Do you remember Arthur Weasley, Reg?' 'No,' said Mr. Cattermole. 'No, I don't think I do. Weren't you in Hufflepuff?' he added kindly to Harry. 'No,' said Harry. 'Gryffindor.' 'Oh, really? My son's a Gryffindor. He's just started, though - third year.' 'What's his name?' asked Harry, seizing the opportunity to talk to someone who knew Ron. 'Kirley Duke. And you must be Hermione Granger. Neville's told me all about you. He's my godson, you know. He's always popping over to help me with something.' 'That's kind of him,' said Hermione, looking startled. 'You must be very proud of him.' 'Oh, I am,' said Mrs. Cattermole. 'He's a good boy, tries hard, wants to do the right thing.' 'But surely you know where your son is?' asked Hermione. 'You've been here for hours.' 'They took him away for questioning,' sobbed Mrs. Cattermole. 'They think he's someone else. They think he's - oh, what was the name, what was the name of that man, McBride, or McMillan, or - ' 'McNair?' suggested Ron, looking up. 'That's the one,' said Mrs. Cattermole. 'They think he's McNair.' - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

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