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dylan

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈdɪɫən// dy·lan Archaic

n. a common name for a person, usually a boy. It is a popular name in many English-speaking countries.

n. a masculine given name of Welsh origin. When used as a proper name, it is inherently definite and typically singular.


SIMPLE

My friend Dylan lives in London.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher called on Dylan to answer the question about the history of the town.

COMPLEX

While the name Dylan has roots in Welsh mythology, it gained global popularity in the twentieth century due to famous figures in literature and music.

Usage

Used as a proper noun; it is capitalized in all contexts.

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