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Verne — meaning in English

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English meaning

alder noun A tree or shrub of the genus Alnus, related to the birch, often found near rivers and wet ground.
Verne name Surname best known from Jules Verne, the French author often called a father of science fiction.

Senses

Verne is used for these senses in English:

Verne (countable) A surname from French.
alder Any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Alnus, belonging to the birch family.

alder — full definition

noun A tree or shrub of the genus Alnus, related to the birch, often found near rivers and wet ground.
noun Short for alderman.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related French words

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