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The Houston Gamblers were an American football team that competed in the United States Football League in 1984 and 1985. The Gamblers were coached by
Houston_Gamblers
Football team in Houston, Texas
The Houston Gamblers were a professional American football team based in Houston. The Gamblers competed in the United Football League (UFL). The team was
Houston_Gamblers_(UFL)
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The 2026 Houston Gamblers season was the third season for the Houston Gamblers, marking their first season under the Gamblers name in the UFL after spending
2026_Houston_Gamblers_season
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at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas; and that the Houston Roughnecks would become the Houston Gamblers and move to Shell Energy Stadium. It was also announced
2026_UFL_season
American football season
The 2023 season was the Houston Gamblers' 2nd and final season in the United States Football League and their 1st under head coach/general manager tandem
2023_Houston_Gamblers_season
Third season of the United Football League
both remaining USFL legacy teams, the Birmingham Stallions and Houston Gamblers. In Houston's case, Repole acknowledged instability (annual stadium changes
2027_UFL_season
UFL team based in Houston, Texas
transferred to the former Houston Gamblers, which had competed in the USFL in 2022 and 2023 as a traveling team. On December 5, 2018, Houston was announced as
Houston_Roughnecks_(XFL)
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well as their worst record in franchise history. Their loss to the Houston Gamblers in Week 10 eliminated the Stallions from playoff contention, missing
2026 Birmingham Stallions season
2026_Birmingham_Stallions_season
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failed to match it after an upset loss to the Houston Gamblers in their Week 8 matchup. After beating the Gamblers in a rematch the following week, the Battlehawks
2026 St. Louis Battlehawks season
2026_St._Louis_Battlehawks_season
American football league
rebrand of two of their legacy teams; the former Houston Roughnecks would revert to their Houston Gamblers name and play at Shell Energy Stadium, and the
United Football League (2024–present)
United_Football_League_(2024–present)
American football player (born 1960)
seasons with the Buffalo Bills. He also spent two seasons with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL). Kelly played college football
Jim_Kelly
Topics referred to by the same term
of the Houston Gamblers, a current UFL team All pages with titles containing Houston Roughnecks All pages with titles beginning with Houston Roughnecks
Houston_Roughnecks
Second season of the USFL (2022)
16: Michigan Panthers @ Houston Gamblers Recap". The USFL. Retrieved April 16, 2022. "Michigan Panthers vs. Houston Gamblers, USFL on FOX/NBC, Full Game
2023_USFL_season
American football team in Memphis, Tennessee
shared Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee with the Houston Gamblers (now called the Roughnecks) during the 2023 season. In 2024, the two
Memphis_Showboats_(2022)
American football player (born 2001)
was waived on August 25. On February 1, 2026, Hudson signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). He was released on March 19. Holcomb
Kobe_Hudson
American Sport
Butt Game Book Week 5: Columbus Aviators at Houston Gamblers – Game summary at Shell Energy Stadium • Houston, Texas Date: April 26 Game time: 12:00 p.m
2026_Columbus_Aviators_season
American professional football season
The 2022 Houston Gamblers season was the first season for the Houston Gamblers as a professional American football franchise. They played as charter members
2022_Houston_Gamblers_season
American football player (born 1997)
Michigan Panthers of the United States Football League (USFL), and the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). Davis lettered at Ellsworth High
Kaden_Davis
American football player (born 2000)
released on April 14. On April 14, 2026, Carman was claimed by the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). Hartman, Marcus (December 27,
Jackson_Carman
American football player (born 2002)
waived on August 25. On January 13, 2026, Dotson was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. He retired on March 9, but re-signed on April
Mello_Dotson
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inaugural season. The Kings began the season 0–3 before defeating the Houston Gamblers 24–22 in overtime to earn their first win. Following the victory, Louisville
2026_Louisville_Kings_season
American gridiron football player (born 1999)
final roster cuts. On January 13, 2026, Agude was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. On May 8, 2026, Agude signed with the Hamilton
Mitchell_Agude
Largest city in Texas, United States
soccer-specific stadium for the Houston Dynamo, Houston Gamblers, the Texas Southern Tigers football team, and Houston Dash, in East Downtown. Aveva Stadium
Houston
American football player (born 1999)
31, 1999) is an American professional football cornerback for the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football for
Isaiah_Dunn
American football player (born 1959)
the Arizona Wranglers from 1982 to 1983 then later played for the Houston Gamblers from 1984 to 1985. Kalil's son Ryan Kalil played collegiately for the
Frank_Kalil
American football player and coach (born 1964)
head coach and general manager for the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League. Sumlin's Gamblers finished 3–7 in his lone season and did
Kevin_Sumlin
American gridiron football player and coach (born 1987)
Carrier (born December 19, 1987) is an American football coach for the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). He was formerly a wide receiver
Tyron_Carrier
American football player (born 1999)
the Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Washington Commanders, and Houston Gamblers. Sanders was born on January 21, 1999, in Hogansville, Georgia. He
Braylon_Sanders
American football player (born 2000)
Christian McCarroll, Gamblers Sign Clarence Lewis". Pro Football Newsroom. Retrieved March 2, 2026. Larsen, James. "Houston Gamblers Finalize 2026 UFL Roster
Clarence Lewis (American football)
Clarence_Lewis_(American_football)
Football team
game against the Houston Gamblers nicknamed "The Greatest Game No One Saw" after the Express surrendered a 20-point lead to the Gamblers to lose 34–33,
Los_Angeles_Express_(USFL)
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in Houston, Texas Houston Oilers, former NFL team that is now the Tennessee Titans Houston Gamblers, United States Football League team in Houston, Texas
Houston_football
UFL (2024) team based in Frisco, Texas
rivals with the Houston Gamblers, having always shared a league with a Houston-based team. Games between the Renegades and the Houston Roughnecks, one
Dallas_Renegades
American football player (born 2002)
waived on August 11. On January 13, 2026, Baldwin was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. @Monaray2x (December 17, 2018). "Blessed to
Monaray_Baldwin
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the largest margin of victory by any team courtesy of crushing the Houston Gamblers by the score of 45–7. In Week 9, the Defenders clinched a playoff berth
2026_DC_Defenders_season
American football player (born 1998)
re-signed with the Brahmas. On January 12, 2026, Kirklin signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). "Jontre Kirklin". LSU. July 8
Jontre_Kirklin
Professional American football league
home markets, with one—the Houston Gamblers—moving into the city and assuming the identity of their XFL counterpart, the Houston Roughnecks. On October 7
United States Football League (2022–2023)
United_States_Football_League_(2022–2023)
American football events to select players
of the terms of the merger, the Houston Roughnecks used a base roster from their USFL counterpart, the Houston Gamblers, and drew from the USFL dispersal
2024_UFL_dispersal_draft
Inaugural season of the USFL (2022)
27–26 win over Gamblers". theworldnews.net. Reuters. April 30, 2022. Retrieved May 1, 2022. "April 30: Tampa Bay Bandits @ Houston Gamblers Recap". The USFL
2022_USFL_season
American football events to select players
Texas, North Texas DC: Maryland, Penn State, Virginia, Virginia Tech Houston: Houston, LSU, Rice, Texas A&M Louisville: Cincinnati, Kentucky, Louisville
2026_UFL_draft
American football player (born 1998)
On May 18, 2023, Shampklin signed with the Houston Gamblers of the USFL. In three games with the Gamblers, Shampklin ran for 52 yards on 12 attempts.
Aaron_Shampklin
Football team of the United Football League (2024)
USFL draft. In the first two games of 2022, the Panthers lost to the Houston Gamblers and New Jersey Generals. On May 1, 2022, the team won their first ever
Michigan_Panthers_(2022)
American football player (born 2000)
released on October 23. On January 13, 2026, James was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. Smith, Brian. "Indian River's James commits
LaMareon_James
American football player (born 2001)
2026, Joyner was claimed by the Houston Gamblers. He appeared in all ten games of the 2026 season for the Gamblers (eight starts), recording 28 total
Jah_Joyner
American football player (born 1997)
the 2022 USFL supplemental draft by the Houston Gamblers. He appeared in all ten of their games, as the Gamblers compiled a 3–7 record and placed fourth
Tucker_Addington
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Jake Butt Game Book Week 7: Orlando Storm at Houston Gamblers – Game summary at Shell Energy Stadium • Houston, Texas Date: May 10 Game time: 6:00 p.m. EDT
2026_Orlando_Storm_season
American professional football season
Roughnecks had an 1–3 start, and went 4–2 to finish the season, tying the Houston Gamblers from 2023 for the best record in team history. The biggest lowlight
2025 Houston Roughnecks season
2025_Houston_Roughnecks_season
American football player (born 2000)
Indianapolis on October 27. On January 13, 2026, Coleman was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. On January 21, 2026, Coleman signed a reserve/futures
Seth_Coleman
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players from their 2025 rosters. Sources: All times Central Week 1: Houston Gamblers at Dallas Renegades – Game summary at Toyota Stadium • Frisco, Texas
2026_Dallas_Renegades_season
American football player (1958–2024)
either team. Davidson was signed by the Houston Gamblers on April 26, 1984. He played six games for the Gamblers in the 1984 season. Davidson has four sons
Greg Davidson (American football)
Greg_Davidson_(American_football)
Football team of the University of Houston
positions with the Chicago Bears, Washington Redskins and the USFL's Houston Gamblers. Pardee brought with him the Run & Shoot offense and a young offensive
Houston_Cougars_football
American football player (born 2001)
Panthers as an undrafted free agent in 2024. He has also played for the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). During his five-year career at
Kenny_Dyson
American professional football season
28–24, which would be the final score. Week 2: Birmingham Stallions at Houston Gamblers – Game summary at Protective Stadium, Birmingham, Alabama Date: April
2022 Birmingham Stallions season
2022_Birmingham_Stallions_season
American football player, coach, and executive (born 1958)
and former professional player who is the general manager for the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). He was most recently the director
Will Lewis (American football)
Will_Lewis_(American_football)
American football player (born 1996)
signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL) on September 17, 2022. He played in four games for the Gamblers in 2023, catching
Deontez_Alexander
American football league (1983–1986)
the Houston Gamblers for an undisclosed amount and merged them with the New Jersey Generals. While the Generals were the surviving team, Gamblers coach
United_States_Football_League
Season(s) Regular season Houston Gamblers 2022 Clayton Thorson (7) / Kenji Bahar (3) 2023 Kenji Bahar (9) / Terry Wilson (1) Houston Roughnecks 2024 Reid
List of starting quarterbacks in the UFL
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Topics referred to by the same term
The Gamblers may refer to: The Gamblers, a 1919 American drama film directed by Paul Scardon The Gamblers (1929 film), an American drama film directed
The_Gamblers
American football events to select players
543 Did not qualify 2 Pittsburgh Maulers 1–9 .557 Did not qualify 3 Houston Gamblers 3–7 .529 Did not qualify 4 Memphis Showboats 4–6 .514 Did not qualify
2023_USFL_draft
Football team in Birmingham, Alabama
the Houston Gamblers since 2022. This rivalry was called the Double Down Derby. As of 2026, the Stallions hold a 6–4 record against the Gamblers. Defunct
Birmingham_Stallions_(2022)
American football player (born 1997)
He played college football at Louisiana-Monroe. He played for the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL) from 2022 to 2023. Josh
Josh_Pederson
American football player (born 1994)
the Gamblers. Odom and all other Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks after it was announced that the Gamblers took
Chris_Odom
American football player (born 1994)
round (227th overall) of the 2022 USFL draft by the Houston Gamblers. He served as the Gamblers' main running back, appearing in nine games and starting
Mark Thompson (American football)
Mark_Thompson_(American_football)
American football player (born 1996)
Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League on May 31, 2022. He caught 28 passes for 243 yards and one touchdown with the Gamblers in 2022.
Anthony_Ratliff-Williams
American professional football season
of Houston Cougars football season rendered that stadium unavailable for use for the 2024 season, while the Gamblers had never played in Houston, instead
2024 Houston Roughnecks season
2024_Houston_Roughnecks_season
Stadium in Houston, Texas, US
The Houston Astrodome, officially the Reliant Astrodome and known simply as the Astrodome, is the world's first multi-purpose, domed sports stadium, located
Astrodome
American football player (born 1962)
USFL Territorial Draft. He was later traded to the Houston Gamblers. In his two seasons with the Gamblers, he caught 91 passes for 1,518 yards, returned 69
Gerald_McNeil
American football coach (born 1961)
was hired by the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL) as their next head coach for the 2023 season. The Gamblers had a rough 0–2
Curtis Johnson (American football coach)
Curtis_Johnson_(American_football_coach)
American football player (born 1997)
Houston Gamblers of the USFL on December 22, 2023. Guarantano and all other Houston Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks
Jarrett_Guarantano
American football player (born 2003)
Hoyland was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. On April 5, 2026, Hoyland helped the Houston Gamblers secure their first win of the
John Hoyland (American football)
John_Hoyland_(American_football)
American football and baseball player (born 2001)
released by the Steelers. On May 2, 2026, Plumlee was signed by the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). Accounts for only GS as a QB.
John_Rhys_Plumlee
American football player (born 2001)
Football League (UFL). On January 13, 2026, West was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. He was released on March 19. On April 19, 2026
Dohnovan_West
American football player (born 2001)
with the Dallas Cowboys. On January 12, 2026, Smith signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). He was released on March 23. On
Donovan_Smith_(quarterback)
American football player (born 1998)
Football League (UFL). On January 12, 2026, Lawrence signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL). Woodard, Adam (September 22, 2015)
Rashard_Lawrence
American football player (born 1994)
and all other Houston Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks after it was announced that the Gamblers took on the identity
Teo_Redding
American football player (born 1996)
released on December 23. On March 16, 2026, Arnette re-signed with the Houston Gamblers. Arnette has three children: two daughters and a son. He is also a
Damon_Arnette
American football player (born 1956)
United States Football League (USFL) with the Philadelphia Stars, Houston Gamblers, and San Antonio Gunslingers. He first enrolled at the University of
Brad_Anae
American football player (born 2002)
football for the Georgia Bulldogs and LSU Tigers. He also played for the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL) Burns attended Madison Prep Academy
Major_Burns
American football player (born 1996)
the Houston Gamblers after injuries to quarterbacks Nolan Henderson and Hunter Dekkers. Castronova's signings with the Showboats and the Gamblers came
Sam_Castronova
American football player (born 1999)
the DC Defenders. On January 13, 2026, Fisher was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL draft. "Malik Fisher - Football". Villanova University
Malik_Fisher
American football player (1997–2023)
Arlington Renegades in the 2023 XFL draft, but instead signed with the Houston Gamblers of the USFL on December 31, 2022. His playing rights were immediately
Jessie_Lemonier
1983 American football draft
pick of the draft. Kelly, the other holdout, instead signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL), where he led the springtime
1983_NFL_draft
American football player (born 1999)
with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League. Hall and all other Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks
Justin Hall (American football)
Justin_Hall_(American_football)
American football player (born 1995)
(204th overall) of the 2022 USFL draft by the Houston Gamblers. He played in all 10 games for the Gamblers, totaling 21 tackles, five TFLs, a half-sack
Tomasi_Laulile
American football player and coach (1936–2013)
the head coach of the Houston Gamblers. The Gamblers played spring football in the United States Football League. The Gamblers had one of the most potent
Jack_Pardee
American football player (born 1961)
to the Gamblers for an undisclosed draft pick. He sat out both the USFL and NFL 1983 seasons and went to play for the USFL's Houston Gamblers in 1984
Kiki_DeAyala
American football player (born 2001)
Falcons' practice squad. On January 13, 2026, Asante was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft. On August 9, 2026, Asante signed with the Arizona
Eugene_Asante
American football offensive scheme
1984 the offense came on to the scene nationally in the USFL with the Houston Gamblers. Quarterback Jim Kelly, under offensive coordinator Mouse Davis, would
Run_and_shoot_offense
American professional football season
minute, which would be the final score. Week 3: Tampa Bay Bandits at Houston Gamblers – Game summary at Protective Stadium, Birmingham, Alabama Date: April
2022_Tampa_Bay_Bandits_season
American football player (born 1961)
League (USFL) for the Houston Gamblers and was named to league's All-Rookie Team in 1984. He punted in all 18 games for the Gamblers in 1984. Walters was
Dale Walters (American football)
Dale_Walters_(American_football)
American football player (born 1962)
Football League (NFL) for the Dallas Cowboys. He also was a member of the Houston Gamblers in the United States Football League (USFL). He played college football
Todd_Fowler
American gridiron football player (born 1995)
Bonner signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL). Bonner and all other Houston Gamblers players and coaches were
Tim_Bonner
American football player (born 1995)
Wilson was selected in the 10th round of the 2022 USFL draft by the Houston Gamblers. He was released on April 7, 2022, before the season began. Wilson
Howard Wilson (American football)
Howard_Wilson_(American_football)
97th season in franchise history
coach in the 2025 off-season. The Lions traded RB David Montgomery to the Houston Texans for a fourth-round selection (128th overall), a 2027 seventh-round
2026_Detroit_Lions_season
American football player (born 1996)
2022 season, and was released in June 2022. Tappin signed with the Houston Gamblers of the USFL on December 16, 2022. He was released on April 9, 2023
Taylor_Tappin
American football player (born 1997)
draft by the Houston Gamblers. He was transferred to the inactive roster on April 30, 2022, with a hand injury. Bahar re-signed with the Gamblers on September
Kenji_Bahar
Albanian American football player (born 1991)
the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League. He was released on September 19, 2023. On January 8, 2025, Sokoli signed with the Houston Roughnecks
Kristjan_Sokoli
American football player (born 2000)
passes for 376 yards and three touchdowns in a 36–17 win over the Houston Gamblers. His 376 passing yards set a new UFL single-game record, surpassing
Austin Reed (American football)
Austin_Reed_(American_football)
American football player (born 1994)
the Houston Gamblers of the USFL on May 3, 2023. Niswander and all other Houston Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks
Hunter_Niswander
Austrian American football player and footballer (1945–2005)
January, 2007. In 1984, he came out of retirement to sign with the Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League and at the end of the season received
Toni_Fritsch
American football player (born 1996)
Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League (USFL). Butler and all other Gamblers players and coaches were all transferred to the Houston Roughnecks
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From Hugh's Town; Place-name and Surname; American West Texan General Sam Houston; A City in Texas Usa; From the Settlement on the Hill of Hugh's Town
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English : habitational name, probably from either of two places in Devon or one West Sussex so named. Hurston in Chagford, Devon is named with the Old English personal name Heort or heort ‘hart’ + tūn ‘settlement’; Hurston in Whitestone, Devon has the same first element + þorn ‘thorn tree’; and Hurston in Storrington, West Sussex is named from Old English hyrst ‘wooded hill’ + tūn.
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English
English : habitational name from Heston, Middlesex, named with Old English hǣs ‘brushwood’ + tūn ‘farmstead’, ‘settlement’.
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English
English : variant of Rolston.
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English
English : habitational name, possibly in part from Hogston in Angus, Scotland, named from Older Scots hogg ‘young sheep’, but the concentration of the name in the Midlands and southern England suggests that it is primarily from Hoggeston in Buckinghamshire, which is named from the Old English personal name Hogg + Old English tūn.
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English
English : variant of Houghton.
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English and northern Irish : variant spelling of Houston.
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English (mainly central and northwestern England) : habitational name from Hooton in Cheshire, or from Hooton Levitt, Hooton Pagnell, or Hooton Roberts in South Yorkshire, all named with Old English hÅh ‘spur of land’ + tÅ«n ‘farmstead’.See Hooten.
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English
English : probably a variant of Easton or Heston.
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English
English : variant of Hobson.
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English (Lancashire)
English (Lancashire) : habitational name from a place in North Yorkshire named Coulton, probably from Old English col ‘(char)coal’ + tūn ‘enclosure’, ‘settlement’.
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English
English : probably a variant of northern Irish Houston.
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Greek
(Ἰοῦστος) Greek form of Latin Justus, IOUSTOS means "fair, just." In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including a Christian at Corinth with whom Paul lodged.Â
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Hungarian
Hungarian form of Latin Augustinus, ÃGOSTON means "venerable."
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English
English : variant spelling of Colston.
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English
English : probably a variant of Halston, which is partly a habitational name from Halston in Shropshire, possibly named with the Old English personal name Ealh + tÅ«n ‘settlement’, and partly derived from the Old Norse personal name Halsteinn. Alternatively, it may perhaps be a habitational name from Holstone in County Durham, so named from Old English hol ‘hollow’ + stÄn ‘stone’.Possibly an Americanized form of Holstein.
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From Hugh's town. Place-name and surname. American West Texan general Sam Houston. A city in...
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English
English : variant of Holton.
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French
Old form of French Augustin, AOUSTEN means "venerable."
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English
English : from a Middle English personal name, Colstan, which is probably from Old Norse Kolsteinn, composed of the elements kol ‘charcoal’ + steinn ‘stone’.English : habitational name from Colston Basset in Nottinghamshire, or the nearby Car Colston, both of which seem to have originally been named from the Old Norse personal name Kolr + Old English tūn ‘settlement’. The first syllable of Car Colson was originally the defining prefix kirk ‘church’.English : habitational name from Coulston in Wiltshire, which is named with the genitive case of an Old English personal name Cufel (diminutive of Cufa) + Old English tūn ‘enclosure’, ‘settlement’.
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n.
A thin, dry biscuit, often hard or crisp; as, a Boston cracker; a Graham cracker; a soda cracker; an oyster cracker.
prep.
With reference to space or place; as, he lives in Boston; he traveled in Italy; castles in the air.
n.
A game at cards, played by four persons, with two packs of fifty-two cards each; -- said to be so called from Boston, Massachusetts, and to have been invented by officers of the French army in America during the Revolutionary war.
prep.
Out of the neighborhood of; lessening or losing proximity to; leaving behind; by reason of; out of; by aid of; -- used whenever departure, setting out, commencement of action, being, state, occurrence, etc., or procedure, emanation, absence, separation, etc., are to be expressed. It is construed with, and indicates, the point of space or time at which the action, state, etc., are regarded as setting out or beginning; also, less frequently, the source, the cause, the occasion, out of which anything proceeds; -- the aritithesis and correlative of to; as, it, is one hundred miles from Boston to Springfield; he took his sword from his side; light proceeds from the sun; separate the coarse wool from the fine; men have all sprung from Adam, and often go from good to bad, and from bad to worse; the merit of an action depends on the principle from which it proceeds; men judge of facts from personal knowledge, or from testimony.
a.
Wearing showy, counterfeit ornaments; vulgarly pretentious; as, flash people; flash men or women; -- applied especially to thieves, gamblers, and prostitutes that dress in a showy way and wear much cheap jewelry.
n.
A mode of scenic representation, invented by Daguerre and Bouton, in which a painting is seen from a distance through a large opening. By a combination of transparent and opaque painting, and of transmitted and reflected light, and by contrivances such as screens and shutters, much diversity of scenic effect is produced.
n.
A by-bidder; a decoy for gamblers [Slang, U. S.].
a.
A name given to several different species of plants having blue flowers, as the Houstonia coerulea, the Centaurea cyanus or bluebottle, and the Vaccinium angustifolium.
n.
A beautiful South American motmot.
a.
Relating to what is now called the Plutonic theory of the earth, first advanced by Dr. James Hutton.
prep.
In the space which separates; betwixt; as, New York is between Boston and Philadelphia.
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