mæɡdəˈliːnə

Definitions

1. proper noun

a female given name, especially referring to Saint Magdalene or Saint Mary Magdalene, a Christian saint and follower of Jesus Christ

“She is a devout Magdalena, often visiting the nearby church to pray.”

2. noun

a type of pear tree or pear variety, especially the Magdalena pear, a sweet and juicy variety

“The farmer grew various types of pears, including the Magdalena, which was her favorite.”