Old Dominion
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Old Dominion
An Americanism dating back to 1770–80
Example Sentences
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Now the head coach at Old Dominion, the 51-year-old Milton-Jones was inducted into the women’s basketball Hall of Fame in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Old Dominion University canceled classes Thursday and closed Friday, except for counseling and food services.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
FedEx Freight won’t likely trade like Old Dominion on day one.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
"May Renee's life be a reminder of what unites us: freedom, love, and peace," Old Dominion University President Brian Hemphill wrote.
From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026
Any boy who played for the Old Dominion Kiwanis.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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