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dukes

The correct spelling is dukes.

How to pronounce dukes

noun

Say it like: Duk-es

The correct spelling is dukes. The male ruler of a duchy (female equivalent: duchess). For example: "Put up your dukes!"

Usage Examples

Put up your dukes!

I duked him twenty dollars.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The male ruler of a duchy (female equivalent: duchess).
  2. 2.The sovereign of a small state.
  3. 3.A high title of nobility; the male holder of a dukedom.
  4. 4.A grand duke.
  5. 5.Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genera Bassarona and Dophla.

verb

  1. 1.To hit or beat with the fists.
  2. 2.To give cash to; to give a tip to.

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