Dane

noun

1
: a native or inhabitant of Denmark
2
: a person of Danish descent
3

Word History

Etymology

Middle English Dan, from Old Norse Danr

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Dane was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near Dane

Cite this Entry

“Dane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Dane. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

Dane

noun
1
: a person born or living in Denmark
2
: a person of Danish ancestry

Biographical Definition

Dane

biographical name

Clemence 1888–1965 pseudonym of Winifred Ashton
ˈash-tən
English novelist
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