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

Another defensive mess in the second half resulted in Dane Murray's attempted clearance ricocheting off Gabri Martinez and into the back of the net.

From BBC

As he manages his own amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, actor Eric Dane is also advocating for the continuation of the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act, which is set to expire in 2026.

From Los Angeles Times

In their statement announcing the ban, the transport ministry said police were on "significantly increased alert" ahead of this weeks summit and that they needed to "take care of Danes and our guests".

From BBC

But it has given Danes a new wake-up call.

From BBC

“Grey’s Anatomy” alum Eric Dane, who unveiled his ALS diagnosis in April, was also absent from the ceremony.

From Los Angeles Times