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Dion
DEE-on
Dion (name) means a male given name of Ancient Greek origin. Example: “Dion moved to the city after finishing university.”
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A male given name of Ancient Greek origin.
"Dion moved to the city after finishing university."
How to use Dion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA first name, also occasionally seen as a surname.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Dions
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_____ moved to the city after finishing university.
Etymology
From the Ancient Greek name Diōn, also used historically as a short form of Dionysius.
Rhymes for Dion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Dion” mean?
The word “Dion” means a male given name of Ancient Greek origin. In plain terms, a first name, also occasionally seen as a surname.
How do you pronounce “Dion”?
“Dion” is pronounced DEE-on (/ˈdiːɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dion” in a sentence?
Here is “Dion” used in a sentence: “Dion moved to the city after finishing university.”
What part of speech is “Dion”?
“Dion” is a name.
Where does the word “Dion” come from?
The word “Dion” comes from Ancient Greek. From the Ancient Greek name Diōn, also used historically as a short form of Dionysius.
Is “Dion” a common word?
“Dion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
