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Vocabulary Entry
colleen
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A given name for a girl or woman; often used as a term of endearment.
Example Sentences
"Colleen is an Irish name that means 'girl' or 'young woman'."
"Her friend Colleen always knows how to cheer her up."
"The colleens of the village came together for the festival."
V
verb
To act in a way that is typical or characteristic of a colleen (not a common usage).
Example Sentences
"She colleened around at the fair, enjoying the atmosphere."
"They often colleen together, sharing stories and laughter."
"He seems to colleen more during festive gatherings."