don

Meanings

• Noun

  A title of respect for a leader, especially in India.

  - "The don of the gang gave orders to his followers."
  - "Respectfully addressing the don as your leader is a sign of loyalty."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɑn/
   
   
   
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2. /dɑn/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

doff

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Synonyms

clothe , dight , enrobe

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with don
donut , gone awry , lonely , tonic

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Variants

List of all variants of don that leads to same result
don , donned , donning , dons , DON , Don , Don Juan , Don Juanism , Don Juanisms , Don Juans , don juans , Don Quixote , Don Quixotes , Rostov-na-Donu , Rostov-on-Don , preverbal done , Bosco , Don Bosco , John Bosco , Saint Giovanni Melchior Bosco , Saint John Bosco , St. John Bosco , Carlos , Carlos María Isidro de Borbón , conde de Molina , Don Carlos

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Italian word 'signore' meaning 'lord' or 'master'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'don' is also used in the context of bullfighting, where it refers to the bullfighter who gives commands to the matadors.

2. In the video game 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas', the protagonist can earn the respect of various gangs by performing tasks and gaining their loyalty, eventually becoming the 'don' of each gang.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mafia: An organized crime syndicate, originating in Sicily, Italy, and later spreading to the United States and other parts of the world.

2. Godfather: A powerful and influential leader who takes care of and protects his family and associates, often in the context of organized crime.

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Culture

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In Indian and Italian cultures, the term 'don' is used as a title of respect for a leader or boss. In literature and media, the term is often associated with the Mafia or organized crime.

How to Memorize "don"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person dressed in a fancy suit, wearing a golden chain and surrounded by loyal followers. This is the image of a don.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'don' with the image of a powerful and respected leader.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter 'D' in don stands for 'Don't forget the power and respect associated with this title.'

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