Alf
Americannoun
abbreviation
noun
Etymology
Origin of alf
from shortening of the name Alfred
Example Sentences
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Gola was founded in 1905 and rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s with its football boots and other products worn by Liverpool stars and World Cup-winning England manager Alf Ramsey.
From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026
Southgate spent eight years in charge of the national side and is the only manager bar 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey to lead England's men into a major tournament final.
From BBC • Oct. 15, 2024
Victory in Berlin would be Southgate’s crowning achievement, putting him alongside Sir Alf Ramsey in England’s managerial Hall Of Fame, his restoration of the prestige of playing for England not far behind.
From BBC • Jul. 13, 2024
And if - in his 102nd match in charge - he joins Sir Alf Ramsey as the only men to lead England to a major title.
From BBC • Jul. 13, 2024
“Word gets around Sassafras Springs, Eben. I know you need a seventh Wonder and I might have one for you. Only you can be the judge of that,” Uncle Alf answered.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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