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dons

/dɑnz/ /dɔnz/

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noun

Titel, Adelstitel

A title formerly borne by member of the high nobility of Portugal and Brazil

Examples :

"During the era of Portuguese colonization, only individuals recognized as dons, based on their lineage and status, held the highest positions in the colonial administration. "

Während der portugiesischen Kolonialzeit bekleideten nur als Adelstitel anerkannte Personen, basierend auf ihrer Abstammung und ihrem Status, die höchsten Positionen in der Kolonialverwaltung.

title royal person history

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noun

Universitätsdozent, Professor

A university professor, particularly one at Oxford or Cambridge.

Examples :

"At Cambridge, the dons are known for their rigorous academic standards and deep understanding of their subjects. "

In Cambridge sind die Professoren für ihre strengen akademischen Standards und ihr tiefes Verständnis ihrer Fächer bekannt.

person education job society culture history

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noun

Hausmeister, Betreuer

An employee of a university residence who lives among the student residents.

Examples :

"The university dons held a meeting to discuss concerns about student safety in the residence halls. "

Die Hausmeister der Universität hielten eine Sitzung ab, um Bedenken hinsichtlich der Sicherheit der Studenten in den Wohnheimen zu besprechen.

person job education organization

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noun

Mafia-Boss, Pate

Examples :

"The police suspected that the three dons were planning a major crime operation. "

Die Polizei vermutete, dass die drei Paten eine große kriminelle Operation planten.

person organization group

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noun

Kerl, Typ, Mann

Any man, bloke, dude.

Examples :

""The party was full of dons, all chatting and laughing loudly." "

Die Party war voller Kerle, die alle laut redeten und lachten.

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verb

Anziehen, sich kleiden

(clothing) To put on, to dress in.

Examples :

"Before heading out into the cold, Michael dons his winter coat and gloves. "

Bevor Michael in die Kälte geht, zieht er seinen Wintermantel und seine Handschuhe an.

appearance wear