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Danziger

Danziger (noun) means a native or resident of Danzig, the historic name for the city now known as Gdańsk, Poland. Example: “His grandfather was a danziger who emigrated before the war.”

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A native or resident of Danzig, the historic name for the city now known as Gdańsk, Poland.
"His grandfather was a danziger who emigrated before the war."

How to use Danziger

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone from the city of Danzig (modern Gdańsk); also used as a surname.

Word forms

Danzigers plural, Danzigers plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from German Danziger, formed from the city name Danzig plus the suffix meaning "person from."

Origin: German

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Danziger” mean?

The word “Danziger” means a native or resident of Danzig, the historic name for the city now known as Gdańsk, Poland. In plain terms, someone from the city of Danzig (modern Gdańsk); also used as a surname.

How do you use “Danziger” in a sentence?

Here is “Danziger” used in a sentence: “His grandfather was a danziger who emigrated before the war.”

What part of speech is “Danziger”?

“Danziger” is a noun.

Where does the word “Danziger” come from?

The word “Danziger” comes from German. Borrowed from German Danziger, formed from the city name Danzig plus the suffix meaning "person from.".

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