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Dane

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Noun — A person from Denmark, or a member of the Scandinavian ethnic group native to it.

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Etymology

From Old Norse danir or Old English Dene, both from a shared Proto-Germanic root.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dane” mean?
The word “Dane” means a person from Denmark, or a member of the Scandinavian ethnic group native to it. In plain terms, a native or citizen of Denmark, or historically, a Viking-era raider from Scandinavia.
How do you pronounce “Dane”?
“Dane” is pronounced dayn (/deɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dane” in a sentence?
Here is “Dane” used in a sentence: “Her grandfather was a Dane who emigrated in the 1950s.”
What part of speech is “Dane”?
“Dane” is a noun.
Where does the word “Dane” come from?
The word “Dane” comes from Old English. From Old Norse danir or Old English Dene, both from a shared Proto-Germanic root.
Is “Dane” a common word?
“Dane” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Dane” have?
“Dane” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from Denmark, or a member of the Scandinavian ethnic group native to it.

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