davis

• Nom propre désignant un patronyme d'origine anglaise porté par plusieurs personnalités historiques, notamment un navigateur anglais, un peintre américain, un musicien de jazz, un président de la Confédération, un joueur de tennis et une actrice de cinéma.

A proper noun referring to a surname of English origin, notably borne by several historical figures including an English navigator, an American painter, a jazz musician, a Confederate president, a tennis player, and a film actress.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. C1formal

   An English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605).

   John Davis

   • John Davis was a key figure in Arctic exploration.
   • Davis Strait is named after the navigator John Davis.
   • He led several expeditions in search of the Northwest Passage.

2. American painterC1formalamericanart

   A United States painter who developed an American version of cubism (1894-1964).

   Stuart Davis (peintre américain)

   • Stuart Davis is known for his vibrant, abstract works.
   • His painting 'Swing Landscape' is a masterpiece of American cubism.
   • Davis's style evolved from realism to a unique form of cubism.

3. American jazz musicianB2formalamerican

   A United States jazz musician, noted for his trumpet style (1926-1991).

   Miles Davis (musicien de jazz américain)

   • Miles Davis was a pioneering figure in jazz music.
   • His album 'Kind of Blue' is a classic.
   • Davis's trumpet playing influenced generations of musicians.

4. Confederate presidentC1formalamerican

   An American statesman who served as the president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1808-1889).

   Jefferson Davis, président des États confédérés

   • Jefferson Davis was the leader of the Confederacy.
   • His presidency was marked by the Civil War.
   • Davis's political career was deeply tied to the issue of slavery.

5. American tennis playerC1formalamericansport

   A United States tennis player who donated the Davis Cup for international team tennis competition (1879-1945).

   Dwight Davis (joueur de tennis américain)

   • Dwight F. Davis established the Davis Cup in 1900.
   • The Davis Cup is a premier international team event in tennis.
   • Davis's contribution to tennis is commemorated annually.

6. American film actressB2formalamerican

   A United States film actress (1908-1989).

   Bette Davis

   • Bette Davis was one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history.
   • She won two Academy Awards for Best Actress.
   • Her performance in 'All About Eve' is legendary.