Dane

[deyn]

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Denmark.

2. a person of Danish descent.

3. Great Dane.

4. a male given name.

Dane

/ deɪn /

noun

1. a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Denmark

2. any of the Vikings who invaded England from the late 8th to the 11th century _ad

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dane¹

before 950; Middle English Dan, Old English Dene (plural), influenced by Old Norse Danir (plural)

Example Sentences

New boss Thomas Frank is heading into unknown territory - the Dane has never managed in Europe's most coveted competition.

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The Dane could not have made a much better start to life in the Premier League with his new side.

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"On the contrary, Danes love to shop online," he adds.

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But the Dane's fingerprints were all over this Tottenham performance, which showed promising signs for 85 minutes.

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A source describes the Dane as a glass half-full type of manager.

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