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Definition of Rumford in English:

Rumford

noun

historical

  • 1Attributive Designating kitchen articles and other items invented by or associated with Rumford.

  • 2A Rumford fireplace; a Rumford kitchen.

Origin

Late 18th century. From the title of Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, American-born inventor and physicist.

Pronunciation

Rumford

/ˈrʌmfəd/