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Duncan

Verb / ˈdʌŋkʌn / Another word for duncan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Duncan is a given name of Scottish origin meaning 'dark warrior'.

Synonyms & similar words

isadoraduncan duncan Donovan Dunc Dunk Dunkin Dunky Dunn Dunny Dunstan Duntan Dunton Duntun Duny Dwain Dwayne Tuncay Tunç Tunçay Tunja Tunnoc Tyndall

Common collocations

  • Duncan Hines cake mix
  • Duncan Phyfe table
  • Duncan the dog
  • Duncan the cat
  • Duncan the hamster
  • Duncan the parrot

Word family

noun Duncan

Usage note

Duncan is primarily a proper noun, most commonly used as a given name or surname. It does not have standard antonyms or synonyms in the way common nouns or verbs do.

Example sentences

  1. Duncan is a Scottish name that means 'dark warrior'.
  2. I have a friend named Duncan who is very kind.
  3. Duncan is a great soccer player on our team.
  4. My uncle's name is Duncan and he lives in Scotland.
  5. Duncan is a popular name for baby boys in Scotland.

Quotes

  • 'All hail, Macbeth, hail to thee, Thane of Glamis! All hail, Macbeth, hail to thee, Thane of Cawdor! All hail, Macbeth, that shalt be king hereafter.' - William Shakespeare, Macbeth
  • 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair.' - William Shakespeare, Macbeth
  • 'Out, damned spot! Out, I say!' - William Shakespeare, Macbeth

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