Dean Definition

dean
noun
  1. an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college
  2. United States film actor whose moody rebellious roles made him a cult figure (1931-1955)
  3. a man who is the senior member of a group; "he is the dean of foreign correspondents"
  4. (Roman Catholic Church) the head of the College of Cardinals

"Dean" in song lyrics

See how dean is used in real songs:

  • "What you gonna say about that, eh, Joe, Mike Dean?"
    2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha
  • "The older guards on the dean"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Don't Cry
  • "Knowing that you was trippin' you're not on your dean"
    The Cross Movement (The Phanatik) — Holy Culture

Usage tips for "dean"

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