Definitions

1. noun

A woman’s given name, especially one derived from the French name Françoise.

“She introduced herself as Fran and everyone loved her.”

2. noun

A female given name, especially one shortened from names such as Frances or Francesca.

“The Fran in the photo was a close friend of mine.”

3. noun

A French woman, especially one from the French-speaking region of Wallonia.

“She was a Fran from Belgium and spoke fluent French.”

4. proper noun

A shortened form of Frances or other names.

“Fran was the name of the famous artist.”

5. verb

to fracture or break something.

“The bone was going to fran if he didn’t get treatment.”