nounπShareA title formerly borne by member of the high nobility of Portugal and Brazil"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. "titleroyalpersonhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA university professor, particularly one at Oxford or Cambridge."At Cambridge, the dons are known for their rigorous academic standards and deep understanding of their subjects. "personeducationjobsocietyculturehistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn employee of a university residence who lives among the student residents."The university dons held a meeting to discuss concerns about student safety in the residence halls. "personjobeducationorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA mafia boss."The police suspected that the three dons were planning a major crime operation. "personorganizationgroupChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny man, bloke, dude.""The party was full of dons, all chatting and laughing loudly." "personhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(clothing) To put on, to dress in."Before heading out into the cold, Michael dons his winter coat and gloves. "appearancewearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading