Definitions

1. noun

A city in Louisiana, especially famous for being the home of the National D-Day Museum and the USS Kidd.

“The USS Kidd is a Fletcher-class destroyer located in the city of Lafayette, Louisiana.”

2. proper noun

A French nobleman, Marquis de Lafayette, who fought alongside American forces during the American Revolutionary War.

“The Marquis de Lafayette was a key figure in the American Revolutionary War, fighting for American independence.”

3. proper noun

The name of a famous U.S. aircraft carrier, USS Lafayette.

“The USS Lafayette served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.”