shapiro

/ˈʃeɪproʊ, ˈʃæproʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A Jewish surname

“The Shapiro family has lived in the city for generations.”

2. noun

A variant of the Shapiro surname, referring to someone of Ashkenazi Jewish descent

“The Shapiro community is known for their strong traditions.”

3. proper noun

A place name, for example, Shapiro, Texas, or Shapiro, a neighborhood in Moscow

“Shapiro is a popular destination for tourists.”

4. proper noun

A given name, for example Shapiro as a shortened form of Asher Shapiro

“Shapiro is a common given name for Jewish boys.”

Synonyms

  • Schapira
  • Schapiro