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Née

//neɪ// adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Used when giving the maiden name of a woman. not-comparable

    "Mrs Smith, née Jones"

  2. 2
    Used when giving a former name. Originally known as. not-comparable

    "Since the name change, Butch (née Frances) seems more tough and self-assured."

Etymology

From French née (“born”, feminine singular).

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