name
Delphine
dehl-FEEN
name
1
A female first name of French origin, meaning roughly "woman from Delphi".
"Delphine studied literature in Paris."
adj
1
Relating to or characteristic of dolphins.
"The exhibit focused on delphine intelligence and communication."
How to Use Delphine
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly a French female given name; occasionally an adjective meaning "dolphin-related".
Word Forms
more delphine comparative, most delphine superlative
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Etymology
The French form of the Latin name Delphina, meaning "woman from Delphi".