Meaning Of The Word Doyen

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Doyen Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Doyen?

doyen
If you refer to someone as the doyen of a group or profession, you mean that they are the oldest and most experienced and respected member of it.

doyen in American English
the senior member of a group, esp. one regarded as an authority because of superior knowledge and long experience
noun: the senior member, as in age, rank, or experience, of a group, class, profession, etc

doyen in British English
noun: the senior member of a group, profession, or society

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