Notre Dame

[noh-truh deym, dahm, noh-ter]

noun

1. Also called Notre Dame de Paris. a famous early gothic cathedral in Paris (started 1163).

2. the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus.

Notre Dame

/ nɔtrə dam, ˈnɒtrə, ˈnəʊtrə ˈdɑːm /

noun

1. the early Gothic cathedral of Paris, on the Île de la Cité: built between 1163 and 1257

Word History and Origins

Origin of Notre Dame¹

< French: our lady

Example Sentences

Notre Dame Law School Professor Mary Ellen O'Connell told BBC Verify that the strike "violated fundamental principles of international law", adding: "Intentional killing outside armed conflict hostilities is unlawful unless it is to save a life immediately."

From BBC

Alt, a standout left tackle at Notre Dame, shifted over from the right side.

From Los Angeles Times

The annual rivalry game against Notre Dame has been endangered by concerns of how non-conference defeats could affect USC’s chances of reaching the CFP.

From Los Angeles Times

After public uproar over the potential end of their 100-year old football rivalry, USC has made an amended offer to Notre Dame.

From Los Angeles Times

“Like yin and yang,” said Mason, who also worked with both at Notre Dame.

From Los Angeles Times