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duc

Duc (noun) means a French duke. Example: “The duc arrived at court in an elaborate carriage.”

noun
1
A French duke.
"The duc arrived at court in an elaborate carriage."

How to use duc

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe French title equivalent to an English duke.

Word forms

ducs plural

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Etymology

From French duc, from Latin dux ("leader") — the same root as English "duke".

Origin: Latin

Frequently asked questions

What does “duc” mean?

The word “duc” means a French duke. In plain terms, the French title equivalent to an English duke.

How do you use “duc” in a sentence?

Here is “duc” used in a sentence: “The duc arrived at court in an elaborate carriage.”

What part of speech is “duc”?

“Duc” is a noun.

Where does the word “duc” come from?

The word “duc” comes from Latin. From French duc, from Latin dux ("leader") — the same root as English "duke".

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