DOU-glas

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fir tree, especially the Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii).

“The forest was dominated by the tall Douglas trees.”

2. noun

A Scottish surname, especially one borne by the 11th-century king of Scotland, who was also known as Malcolm III.

“The Douglas clan has a rich history in Scotland.”

3. proper noun

A city in South Carolina, USA, named after the 18th-century American statesman and soldier, Stephen Douglas.

“Douglas is a charming city with historic architecture.”

4. noun

A unit of measurement, especially one equal to one sixteenth of a yard or 6.4 inches.

“The carpenter used a Douglas to measure the length of the wood.”

5. proper noun

A county in South Island, New Zealand.

“Douglas is a rural county with beautiful landscapes.”