dauphin  /ˈdaʊ fɪn/ ? Meaning of "dauphin"

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Definition(s):

  • (n) formerly, the eldest son of the King of France and direct heir to the throne

Usage(s):

  • He's hundredths of a second behind the King of the Pool in the 200m and 400m individual medley races, and he hasn't been happy playing dauphin for four years.

Quotes

  1. "I am very pleased that BizPaL has been launched in the city of Dauphin to promote the competitiveness of the community in attracting and growing businesses," said Minister Swan. "BizPaL is a concrete example of our government's Single Window...
    on Dec 23, 2008 By: Andy Swan Source: Market Wire (press release)

  2. "Dauphin Island's role in shielding coastal areas from the brunt of storms is one that we can no longer afford to take for granted," Bonner said.
    on Dec 22, 2009 By: Jo Bonner Source: al.com (blog)

  3. "Anytime you've got a community like Dauphin Island you've got a significant economic impact if you start losing the properties. If you lose 10 houses, you also lose a restaurant and a grocery store that serve those people," said Mr. Kinerney.
    on Nov 12, 2005 By: Butch Kinerney Source: Denton Record Chronicle

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