Meaning & Definition of word "Nee"
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Nee
/niː/
noun:
- 1. Used to indicate the maiden name of a married woman.
- Example: Maria Collins, nee Smith, was known for her contributions to the community.
- 2. A term used to indicate the name by which a person, particularly a woman, was known before marriage.
- Example: Elizabeth Taylor, nee Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor, was a famous actress.
- 3. Used to highlight the original name of a person who has changed it.
- Example: The author John Doe, nee Jane Smith, will be speaking at the event.
Etymology
French term 'née', meaning born.
Common Phrases and Expressions
nee:
used to mean 'born as', especially in references to women and their maiden names.
née xxx:
phenomenon of giving a woman's birth name instead of her married name.
Related Words
maiden name:
the last name a woman has before marriage.
surname:
the family name or last name.