noun
Graf
Graf (noun) means a German or Austrian nobleman equivalent to a count. Example: “The old castle once belonged to a local graf.”
noun
1
A German or Austrian nobleman equivalent to a count.
"The old castle once belonged to a local graf."
2
Informal shorthand for "paragraph," especially in journalism.
"Cut the story down to five grafs before it goes to print."
name
1
A surname of German or Dutch origin.
"Steffi Graf is one of the most famous tennis players named Graf."
How to use Graf
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA German noble title, or newsroom slang for a paragraph.
When to use it
"Graf" meaning paragraph is journalism jargon, not standard English.
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Etymology
From German Graf ("count").
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What does “Graf” mean?
The word “Graf” means a German or Austrian nobleman equivalent to a count. In plain terms, a German noble title, or newsroom slang for a paragraph.
How do you use “Graf” in a sentence?
Here is “Graf” used in a sentence: “The old castle once belonged to a local graf.”
What part of speech is “Graf”?
Depending on how it is used, “Graf” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Graf” come from?
The word “Graf” comes from German. From German Graf ("count").
How many meanings does “Graf” have?
“Graf” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a German or Austrian nobleman equivalent to a count.
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