Don (Noun)
Meaning 1
Celtic goddess; mother of Gwydion and Arianrhod; corresponds to Irish Danu.
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Nouns denoting people.
Meaning 2
Teacher at a university or college (especially at Cambridge or Oxford).
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 3
The head of an organized crime family.
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 4
A Spanish courtesy title or form of address for men that is prefixed to the forename; "Don Roberto".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 5
A Spanish gentleman or nobleman.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The don, a wealthy landowner, rode into town on his fine stallion.
- Don Pedro, a respected nobleman, was known for his kindness to the poor.
- In the 18th century, a don was a title of respect given to Spanish gentlemen of high social standing.
- The young don, fresh from university, was eager to prove himself in the business world.
- Don Alfonso, a charismatic don, was a favorite among the ladies at the royal court.
Meaning 6
A European river in southwestern Russia; flows into the Sea of Azov.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).