Meaning & Definition of word "Don"
Don
/dɒn/
noun:
- 1. A Spanish title prefixed to a male forename.
- Example: Don Quixote is a classic character in literature.
- 2. A head of a college or university, especially in the UK.
- Example: The don of the college addressed the incoming students during the ceremony.
verb:
- 1. To put on (an article of clothing).
- Example: She donned her favorite coat before heading out into the cold.
- 2. To assume or take on.
- Example: He donned the role of leader with confidence.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Latin 'donare' meaning 'to give'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don one’s thinking cap:
to make an effort to think carefully about something
don the mantle:
to take on a particular role or responsibility
donnybrook:
a scene of uproar and disorder; a heated argument
Related Words
donator:
a person who donates something, often money.
donations:
gifts given to help others or for a specific purpose.
donning:
the act of putting on or dressing.
Slang Meanings of don
Meaning: A head or leader; often used in mafia context.
● Example Sentence: The don of the crime family called the shots.
Meaning: A powerful or wealthy person.
● Example Sentence: He’s a don in the business world.