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Vocabulary Entry
dorian
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A male given name.
Example Sentences
"Dorian is a popular name in classical literature."
"He named his son Dorian after the philosopher."
"Dorian's birthday party was a grand affair."
A
adjective
Relating to the Dorian mode in music, characterized by a specific scale pattern.
Example Sentences
"The song is composed in the Dorian mode, giving it a unique sound."
"Many jazz musicians experiment with Dorian scales."
"She prefers the Dorian flavor in her compositions."