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Dec
Dec (name) means a short nickname for the male name Declan. Example: “His mates just call him Dec.”
name
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A short nickname for the male name Declan.
"His mates just call him Dec."
adj
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A shortened form of "declared", used in some formal or legal writing.
"The dec value on the form must match the customs paperwork."
How to use Dec
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually a nickname for Declan; occasionally a clipped form of "declared".
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Etymology
A clipped form of Declan; the abbreviation sense comes from clipping "declared".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Dec” mean?
The word “Dec” means a short nickname for the male name Declan. In plain terms, usually a nickname for Declan; occasionally a clipped form of "declared".
How do you use “Dec” in a sentence?
Here is “Dec” used in a sentence: “His mates just call him Dec.”
What part of speech is “Dec”?
Depending on how it is used, “Dec” can be a name and an adjective.
Is “Dec” a common word?
“Dec” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Dec” have?
“Dec” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short nickname for the male name Declan.
What does "Dec" stand for as an abbreviation?
Dec is most commonly an abbreviation for December, the twelfth month of the year. As a personal nickname, Dec is a short form of the male name Declan, and in some formal or legal writing it can stand for "declared."
Should "Dec" have a full stop after it?
When Dec abbreviates December, British style often writes it without a full stop, while American style typically writes "Dec." with a period. Consistency within a single document matters more than the choice itself.
How is "Dec" used as a name?
As a name, Dec is an informal nickname for someone called Declan. It is spoken and written casually among friends rather than in formal contexts, where the full name Declan is used.
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