don

• Существительное, обозначающее университетского преподавателя, особенно старшего члена колледжа в Оксфорде или Кембридже, или титул уважения в испаноязычных странах.

A noun referring to a university teacher, especially a senior member of a college at Oxford or Cambridge, or a title of respect in Spanish-speaking countries.

1. B2formalbritish

   A university teacher, especially a senior member of a college at Oxford or Cambridge.

   Преподаватель университета

   • The don gave a fascinating lecture on medieval history.
   • She was appointed as a don at Cambridge University.
   • The college dons gathered for a formal dinner.

   Synonymsacademicfellowtutor

2. Mafia leaderB2informal

   The head of a Mafia family or organized crime syndicate.

   Главарь мафии

   • The don ordered the hit on his rival.
   • He rose through the ranks to become a powerful don.
   • The movie portrays the life of a Sicilian don.

   Synonymsbosscapogodfatherkingpin

3. B1formal

   A Spanish title of respect, used before a man's first name.

   Дон

   • Don Quixote is a famous literary character.
   • Don Juan is known for his romantic adventures.
   • Please address him as Don Carlos.

• Устаревший глагол, означающий надеть на себя предмет одежды или облачиться.

An archaic verb meaning to put on or dress oneself in an article of clothing.

1. Put on clothingB2formal

   To put on a piece of clothing, especially formal or ceremonial attire.

   Надеть

   • He donned his suit and tie for the wedding.
   • The knight donned his armor before the battle.
   • She donned a beautiful gown for the gala.

   Synonymsassumeget intoput on

   Antonymsdoffremoveshedtake off