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Steen

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Steen (noun) means Chenin blanc, a variety of white wine grape (used especially in South African wine). Example: “The vineyard produced a crisp, dry steen.”

noun

Chenin blanc, a variety of white wine grape (used especially in South African wine).

"The vineyard produced a crisp, dry steen."

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In plain EnglishA South African name for the Chenin blanc grape or the wine made from it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Steens

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Etymology

As a general Germanic surname, it comes from Dutch Steen, West Flemish van der steen, Danish Steen, Swedish Steen and Norwegian Steen, and is a doublet of Stone and Stein; compare Staines. As a Scottish surname it is a shortening of Stephen. As an Irish and Scottish Gaelic surname it is a shortening of mac Stiamhna (“son of Stephen”), usually Anglicized as McStephen or McStein.

Origin: Dutch

Rhymes for Steen

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Steen” mean?

The word “Steen” means chenin blanc, a variety of white wine grape (used especially in South African wine). In plain terms, a South African name for the Chenin blanc grape or the wine made from it.

How do you use “Steen” in a sentence?

Here is “Steen” used in a sentence: “The vineyard produced a crisp, dry steen.”

What part of speech is “Steen”?

“Steen” is a noun.

What is the meaning of Steen?

"Steen" (noun) means chenin blanc, a variety of white wine grape (used especially in South African wine).