Definitions

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  • proper noun A male given name.

Etymologies

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From the Ancient Greek name Δαμιανός (Damianos) which was derived from δαμάω (damao, "to tame"). Name known in Ancient Greece, later borne by Christian saints.

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Examples

  • I can't resist quoting the brothers 'thoughts on the new Robin: Ethan: Damian is a real jerk to Alfred.

    "I like when Dorothy landed in Oz" 2009

  • Â The young Damian is able to escape police custody, and uses his detective skills to follow the clues which leads to the secret lair of both the Parasite and Mr. Freeze.

    Review: World’s Finest #2 | Major Spoilers - Comic Book Reviews and News 2009

  • Damian is such a spoiled brat … But using an actual living person as a pillow … Thats, well thats just weird.

    The Flamingo graces Batman & Robin #6 cover | Major Spoilers - Comic Book Reviews and News 2009

  • I can't resist quoting the brothers 'thoughts on the new Robin: Ethan: Damian is a real jerk to Alfred.

    Archive 2009-06-01 2009

  • In real life, Damian is a freelance playwright, author and journalist in London, but said he was interested in this Reader-In-Residence program as a way to avoid writing.

    The Man At The End Of The Bed 2008

  • In real life, Damian is a freelance playwright, author and journalist in London, but said he was interested in this Reader-In-Residence program as a way to avoid writing.

    The Man At The End Of The Bed 2008

  • In real life, Damian is a freelance playwright, author and journalist in London, but said he was interested in this Reader-In-Residence program as a way to avoid writing.

    The Man At The End Of The Bed 2008

  • In real life, Damian is a freelance playwright, author and journalist in London, but said he was interested in this Reader-In-Residence program as a way to avoid writing.

    April 2008 2008

  • Damian is so right and creative, there should be a part for the commenters in PA2.

    épanouie 2007

  • Damian is a bit obsessed with the saints; he reads about them, talks about them, has visits from them.

    Archive 2006-02-01 2006

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