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Lysander

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Lysander (name) means a Spartan admiral who died in 395 BC.

name
1
A Spartan admiral who died in 395 BC
2
A male first name.
noun
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A British military aircraft used during World War II
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Plural
Lysanders
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Etymology

Comes from Ancient Greek Λῠ́σᾰνδρος (Lŭ́săndros).

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lysander” mean?
The word “Lysander” means a Spartan admiral who died in 395 BC.
What part of speech is “Lysander”?
Depending on how it is used, “Lysander” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Lysander” come from?
The word “Lysander” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Λῠ́σᾰνδρος (Lŭ́săndros).
How many meanings does “Lysander” have?
“Lysander” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a Spartan admiral who died in 395 BC.
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