noun
Street Slang
Don
/dɒn/ · noun · slang
UK street slang for a respected, top-tier person; the boss or main man.
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Definitions
1
A highly respected, influential person; a leader.
“He runs the whole area, proper don.”
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A compliment for someone skilled or impressive at something.
“She's a don in the kitchen, every dish slaps.”
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3
Used as praise for someone who came through big.
“You fixed my phone for free? You're a don.”
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Don In A Sentence
My coach is a don, turned the whole team around.
Respect to the dons who built this scene.
He's the don of the studio, everyone goes to him.
Origin & Usage
From the Mafia and Spanish 'don' (a title of respect), adopted into Multicultural London English as a marker of high status and skill.
People Also Ask
What does don mean in UK slang?
It means a respected, top-tier person, a boss or the best at something. It's a strong compliment.
Is don a compliment?
Yes, calling someone a don shows real respect for their status, skill, or generosity.
Where does don come from?
It comes from the Mafia and Spanish honorific 'don', adopted into UK street slang.
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