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    Deán (en. Dean)

    /deˈan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Person who holds the position of dean in an institution, especially in the ecclesiastical field.
    The dean of the cathedral organized the ceremony.
    El deán de la catedral organizó la ceremonia.
    In some universities, they are in charge of an academic department.
    The dean of the faculty presented the new study programs.
    El deán de la facultad presentó los nuevos programas de estudio.
    Honorary title in certain educational institutions.
    He was elected dean for his distinguished academic career.
    Fue elegido deán por su destacada carrera académica.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'decanus', which means 'chief of ten'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dean of students
    Responsible for the care and coordination of students in an educational institution.
    deán de estudiantes
    dean of the faculty
    Person who directs and manages the resources and activities of a specific faculty.
    deán de la facultad

    Related Words

    dean
    Similar title that can refer to a rank or position in different contexts.
    decano
    chapter
    Group of clerics that forms an ecclesiastical body.
    capítulo

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person with authority or leadership in a group.
    That girl is the dean of the study group; she always leads the meetings.
    Esa chica es la deán del grupo de estudio, siempre dirige las reuniones.