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thierry

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //θɪˈɹi// thier·ry

n. a traditional French male name. It is the French version of the name Derek or Terry.

n. a masculine given name of French origin, derived from the Germanic name Theodoric. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalised.


SIMPLE

Thierry is a very common name in France.

CONTEXTUAL

The famous French footballer Thierry Henry is known for his incredible speed and goal-scoring ability.

COMPLEX

While the name Thierry reached its peak popularity in the mid-twentieth century, it remains a classic choice that carries a sense of traditional French identity.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is almost always capitalised and typically refers to a specific person.

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