Dane

[deyn]

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Denmark.

2. a person of Danish descent.

3. Great Dane.

4. a male given name.

Dane

/ deɪn /

noun

1. a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Denmark

2. any of the Vikings who invaded England from the late 8th to the 11th century _ad

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dane¹

before 950; Middle English Dan, Old English Dene (plural), influenced by Old Norse Danir (plural)

Example Sentences

Danes and Rhys each starred in popular, critically acclaimed prestige dramas — she in “Homeland,” he in “The Americans.”

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But Belarus's surprise 2-2 draw in Copenhagen meant Steve Clarke's side still had a chance of finishing top of Group C if they beat the Danes - giving the team one more shot at automatic qualification.

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The Danes quickly settled and dominated possession for the rest of the half but could not find the net.

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There is an overwhelming sense that Scotland's fate on Tuesday does not depend on what the handy Danes do, but what Clarke's team can conjure up and rouse from within themselves.

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But a draw would be enough for the Danes, who have a superior goal difference, to qualify automatically for next year's tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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