Alexander
/ˌælɪɡˈzɑːndər/
Definition

Definition of Alexander - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
namescommon male first name
  • Alexander is coming to the party.
2.
historical figurefamous king known for creating a large empire
  • Alexander the Great conquered many lands.
3.
placeRareUScity in ArkansasRareUS
  • Alexander is a small city in Arkansas.
municipality town
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Expressions with Alexander

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Alexander techniquen.
technique to enhance movement efficiency and reduce tension
Dancers often learn the Alexander technique for better movement.
Alexander Archipelagon.
group of islands in southeastern Alaska
The Alexander Archipelago is known for its beautiful landscapes.
Alexander Hamiltonn.
United States statesman, first Treasury Secretary, Federalist leader, died after a duel
Alexander Hamilton shaped early United States financial policy.

Origin of Alexander

Greek, Alexandros (defender of men)

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AlexandriaAlexandrianappellationdesignationforenamemonikernamenicknamesurnametitleconqueroremperor

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Sandyn.
male names
diminutive of male given names like Alexander
Alexandrineadj.
history
relating to Alexander the Great or his time
Disciples of Christn.
church movement
Christian group founded by Thomas and Alexander Campbell
Federalist Partyn.
politics
American political party founded by Alexander Hamilton
Hellenisticaladj.
Greek culture
characteristic of Greek culture after Alexander the Great
Issusn.
military history
battle where Alexander defeated the Persians
tableworkn.
Alexander technique
physical therapy on a table in semisupine position
Hamiltonianadj.
US history
pertaining to Alexander Hamilton or his policies

Examples of Alexander in a sentence

  • The teacher called on Alexander to answer the question.
  • Alexander's legacy influenced countless generations.
  • Many stories are told about Alexander's bravery.
  • Alexander hosts an annual cultural festival.
  • Many tourists visit Alexander for its historic charm.

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  1. French:Alexandre, Alexander, ...
  2. German:Alexander, Alexander der Große, ...
  3. Italian:Alessandro, Alexander, ...
  4. Spanish:Alejandro, Alejandro Magno, ...
  5. Portuguese:Alexandre, Alexandre, o Grande, ...
  6. Chinese:亚历山大, 亚历山大大帝, ...
  7. Japanese:アレクサンダー, ...
  8. Arabic:ألكسندر, الإِسْكَنْدَر, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַלֶכְּסַנְדֶּר, ...
  10. Russian:Александр, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Олександр, Олександр Великий, ...
  12. Hindi:अलेक्जेंडर, ...
alexander
ˌælɪɡˈzændər

Definition of alexander - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
drinkTECH.cocktail with cognac or gin, crème de cacao, and creamTECH.
  • She ordered an alexander at the bar.
2.
entomologyTECH.type of butterflyTECH.
  • I saw an alexander in the garden.
swallowtail
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Images of alexander

  • alexander: cocktail with cognac or gin, crème de cacao, and cream
    cocktail with cognac or gin, crème de cacao, and cream
  • alexander: type of butterfly
    type of butterfly

Origin of alexander

Greek, Alexandros (defender of men)

Terms related to alexander

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Examples of alexander in a sentence

  • The alexander was the highlight of the cocktail menu.
  • The alexander is known for its vibrant colors.
  • We spotted an alexander during our hike in the woods.

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  1. French:alexander, papillon alexandre, ...
  2. German:Alexander, Alexander-Schmetterling, ...
  3. Italian:alexander, farfalla alexander, ...
  4. Spanish:alexander, mariposa alexander, ...
  5. Portuguese:alexander, borboleta alexander, ...
  6. Chinese:亚历山大, 亚历山大蝶, ...
  7. Japanese:アレクサンダー, アレクサンダー蝶, ...
  8. Arabic:أَلِكْسَنْدَر, إِسكَنْدَر, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַלֶכְּסַנְדֶּר, סוּג שֶׁל פַּרְפַּר, ...
  10. Russian:александр, Александр, ...
  11. Ukrainian:александр, Олександр, ...
  12. Hindi:एलेक्ज़ेंडर, एलेक्जेंडर तितली, ...
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