Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

Charmian

American  
[chahr-mee-uhn, shahr-] / ˈtʃɑr mi ən, ˈʃɑr- /

noun

  1. a female given name: from a Greek word meaning “source of joy.”


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

United Utilities incident manager Charmian Abbott said they needed to "extend the excavation" to replace a six-metre section of large water main.

From BBC

Lewis Carroll’s “The Hunting of the Snark” sits beside a photo of writer-adventurers Jack and Charmian London on their self-built boat, the Snark, named for Carroll’s book.

From Los Angeles Times

Professional comedians Charmian Hughes and Jack Campbell will help to deliver the sessions.

From BBC

Charmian Burgess, branch manager of Nantgarw-based agency Supply Desk, said she has never been so busy.

From BBC

“I’d do anything to protect my grandchildren,” said Charmian Kenner, 67, a retired academic.

From Washington Post