Doris
1 Americannoun
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Classical Mythology. the wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids.
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a female given name: from a Greek word meaning “bountiful.”
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an ancient region in central Greece: the earliest home of the Dorians.
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a region in SW Asia Minor, on the coast of Caria: Dorian settlements.
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a small landlocked area north of the Gulf of Corinth. Traditionally regarded as the home of the Dorians, it was perhaps settled by some of them during their southward migration
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the coastal area of Caria in SW Asia Minor, settled by Dorians
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Etymology
Origin of doris
C20: from the girl's name Doris
Example Sentences
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Ireland captain Caelan Doris said a record-breaking Six Nations victory over England on Saturday had restored his side's belief after an uncertain start to their Championship campaign.
From Barron's
Caelan Doris' break at the start of the second half and subsequent yellow card for Pollock, which was followed by Sheehan's try, quickly popped any hopes of a dramatic comeback.
From BBC
"The 10 has a big part in leading the attack during the week and Jack has been great at that this week," said Ireland captain Caelan Doris.
From BBC
This comes just three months after a Gavin and Stacey fanatic bought Doris's home over the road, which included original furniture from the show.
From BBC
With Ireland already on the ropes, Ollivon surged past Caelan Doris and slid across the whitewash to give the hosts a commanding halfway lead.
From BBC
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