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Lorraine
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1
A historic region and former duchy in eastern France.
"Quiche Lorraine takes its name from this region of France."
2
A female given name taken from the place name, often linked to Laura in people's minds.
"Lorraine was a popular girls' name in the mid-20th century."
How to Use Lorraine
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA French region, and a woman's first name borrowed from it.
Common pairings
quiche Lorraine
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Etymology
From Old French Loherraine, from Latin Lotharingia, named after the medieval ruler Lothair II.