don

• Substantivo que designa um professor universitário, especialmente um membro sênior de uma faculdade em Oxford ou Cambridge, ou um título de respeito em países de língua espanhola.

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.

   Professor universitário

   • 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.

   Sinônimosacademicfellowtutor

2. Mafia leaderB2informal

   The head of a Mafia family or organized crime syndicate.

   Chefe da máfia

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbosscapogodfatherkingpin

3. B1formal

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

   dom

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

• Verbo arcaico ou literário que significa vestir uma peça de roupa ou cobrir-se com ela, como em 'don a coat'. Em sentido figurado, pode indicar assumir uma aparência ou atitude.

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.

   Vestir

   • 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.

   Sinônimosassumeget intoput on

   Antônimosdoffremoveshedtake off