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née
- /neɪ/
Sounds like nay, neigh, né · Rhymes with -eɪ
Where it comes from
From French née (“born”, feminine singular). Doublet of nada, natal, Natal, and Noel.
adjective nee
- Used when giving the maiden name of a woman. Mrs Smith, née Jones
- Used when giving a former name. Originally known as. Since the name change, Butch (née Frances) seems more tough and self-assured.
