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Davis Definition & Meaning

davis
noun
  1. English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605)
  2. United States painter who developed an American version of cubism (1894-1964)
  3. United States jazz musician; noted for his trumpet style (1926-1991)
  4. American statesman; president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1808-1889)
  5. United States tennis player who donated the Davis Cup for international team tennis competition (1879-1945)
  6. United States film actress (1908-1989)

"Davis" in song lyrics

See how davis is used in real songs:

  • "I ride for the one and only, Mr. Robert Davis"
    50/50 Twin f/ Trae — I Hold My Own
  • "I rock the family to sleep, send 'em to bed with Sammy Davis"
    A.G. f/ D Flow, Hehdkrack, Party Arty — Muddslide
  • "Ice sparklin like Sammy Davis"
    All City — The Hot Joint (Clark Kent Remix)

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Frequently asked questions

What does davis mean?
English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605) United States painter who developed an American version of cubism (1894-1964) United States jazz musician; noted for his trumpet style (1926-1991) American statesman; president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1808-1889) United States tennis player who donated the Davis Cup for international team tennis competition (1879-1945) United States film actress (1908-1989)
What part of speech is davis?
Davis is a noun.
How many definitions does davis have?
Davis has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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