Antoine

American  

[an-twahn, ahn-twan] / ˈæn twɑn, ɑ̃ˈtwan /

noun

1. André 1858–1943, French theatrical director, manager, and critic.

2. Père Francisco Ildefonso Mareno, 1748–1829, Roman Catholic priest in Louisiana: tried to establish an Inquisition.

3. a first name, French form of Anthony.

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Example Sentences

But there have been other standout performers this season, including the likes of Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes, and perhaps somewhat more unexpected stars like Igor Thiago and Antoine Semenyo will likely be in the mix.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Canadians were shocked and heartbroken for the two young pilots who died, Antoine Forest and Mackenzie Gunther, and deeply concerned about flight attendant Solange Tremblay and others who were injured.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

In February last year, Antoine Kassis checked into the Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club, a Victorian-style resort an hour north of Nairobi.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

One of the pilots who died - Antoine Forest - is French Canadian.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Mike’s father turned to Mom and explained, “That means he’s the backup to Antoine Thomas.”

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor