Definitions

1. noun

A variant of the surname Corwin, of English and German origin, derived from the personal name Karlwin or Corwin, a medieval given name composed of the elements Karl, equivalent to Charles, and the Germanic element win, meaning friend.

“The 1960s TV series ‘Land of the Lost’ featured a main character named Dr. Mark Redding and his son Will, who became friends with a Corwin, a hunter.”

2. proper noun

A place name, specifically a city in South Dakota, USA, and a surname.

“Corwin, South Dakota, is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community.”