wynn

¹

[ win ]

noun

1. a character (ƿ) representing the sound (w) in Old English and early Middle English manuscripts, based on a rune with the same phonetic value.

Wynn

²

[ win ]

noun

1. Ed Isaiah Edwin Leopold, 1886–1966, U.S. comedian.

Word History and Origins

Origin of wynn¹

before 1100; Middle English wen, Old English wyn ( n ), special use of wyn ( n ) joy ( winsome, wish )

Example Sentences

Mater Dei, under new coach Jody Wynn, returns a healthy Addison Deal, the senior point guard committed to Iowa.

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Wynn’s daughter, Kaeli, was All-CIF as a sophomore.

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Kaeli Wynn, Mater Dei, 6-1, Jr.: Lots of potential to become a dominant player.

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Wynn is a former head coach at Long Beach State and Pepperdine.

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Olvera was out canvassing on Monday night, along with Beatriz Oceguera, 47, who works as a guest room attendant at the Wynn and believes Harris — and her policies to expand affordable housing and help first-time home buyers — will help her secure a more financially stable life for her and her four kids.

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