dauphin
/ˈdaʊ fɪn/
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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
- "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)
- "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)
- "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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