nassau
nassau Lexical Profile
• noun
The capital and largest city of the Bahamas, located on the island of New Providence in the Atlantic Ocean.
"Many cruise ships dock in Nassau, allowing tourists to explore the vibrant markets and beautiful beaches of the Bahamas."
North American A popular type of golf bet featuring three distinct wagers: one for the front nine holes, one for the back nine, and one for the overall eighteen-hole match.
"The players agreed to a two-dollar Nassau to make their weekend round of golf slightly more competitive."
A historical geographical region in western Germany, or the associated royal House of Nassau from which the Dutch royal family is descended.
"William of Orange was a prominent member of the House of Nassau during the seventeenth century."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Named in honor of William III of England, Prince of Orange-Nassau. The title derives from the town of Nassau in Germany, whose name stems from Old High German meaning 'wet meadow'.
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