Vandyke

noun

Van·​dyke van-ˈdīk How to pronounce Vandyke (audio)
vən-
1
a
[from the collars depicted in portraits by Vandyke] : a wide collar with a deeply indented edge
b
: one of several V-shaped points forming a decorative edging
c
: a border of such points
2
[from the beards worn in portraits by Vandyke] : a trim pointed beard
vandyked adjective

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Word History

Etymology

Anthony vandyke

First Known Use

1754, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of Vandyke was in 1754

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“Vandyke.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Vandyke. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

Vandyke

noun
Van·​dyke van-ˈdīk How to pronounce Vandyke (audio)
: a trim pointed beard
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