The word "Larrimore" is a surname that is pronounced as /ləˈrɪmɔr/. It is spelled with two "r's" and two "m's" which are pronounced separately, while the "e" at the end is silent. The first syllable is pronounced with the schwa sound /ə/ followed by the stress on the second syllable /ˈrɪm/, and then followed by the open-mid back rounded vowel /ɔ/ in the last syllable. The pronunciation of this word may vary depending on regional accents.
The surname "Larrimore" is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Leofhelm", which means "beloved helmet". Over time, the name underwent several variations and spellings, eventually evolving to "Larrimore". The etymology can be broken down as follows:
1. Old English: "leof" (beloved) + "helm" (helmet)
2. Middle English: Leofhelm(e)
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