Word
davis
Phoneticsdavis
/ˈdeɪvəs/
Definitions
01a surname
n. a common last name for people in English-speaking countries.
n. a common surname of Welsh origin, meaning 'son of David'.
“Miles Davis was a very famous American jazz musician.”
“The research paper was co-authored by Professor Davis and his colleagues at the medical center.”
02a city or university
n. a city in California known for its large university.
n. a city in Yolo County, California, primarily known as the site of the University of California, Davis.
“She is moving to Davis to start her degree in veterinary medicine.”
“The city of Davis is frequently cited as one of the most bicycle-friendly communities in the United States.”