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God bless America - what other civilization would give Patrick Dempsey another shot to rule as a sex symbol, twenty years after 'Meatballs III: Summer Job?' His reign as Dr. McDreamy on 'Grey's Anatomy' is proof that there's nothing we love more than giving Eighties celebs a heartwarming second stab at life.
Rob Sheffield

Meaning of "Dempsey" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF DEMPSEY

Dempsey  [ˈdɛmpsɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF DEMPSEY

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Dempsey is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES DEMPSEY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of Dempsey in the English dictionary

The definition of Dempsey in the dictionary is Jack. real name William Harrison Dempsey. 1895–1983, US boxer; world heavyweight champion.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH DEMPSEY


autopsy
ˈɔːtəpsɪ
biopsy
ˈbaɪɒpsɪ
catalepsy
ˈkætəˌlɛpsɪ
copsy
ˈkɒpsɪ
dimpsy
ˈdɪmpsɪ
dropsy
ˈdrɒpsɪ
dyspepsy
dɪsˈpɛpsɪ
epilepsy
ˈɛpɪˌlɛpsɪ
Gipsy
ˈdʒɪpsɪ
Gypsy
ˈdʒɪpsɪ
limpsy
ˈlɪmpsɪ
lithotripsy
ˈlɪθəʊˌtrɪpsɪ
mopsy
ˈmɒpsɪ
narcolepsy
ˈnɑːkəˌlɛpsɪ
necropsy
ˈnɛkrɒpsɪ
popsy
ˈpɒpsɪ
slimpsy
ˈslɪmpsɪ
tipsy
ˈtɪpsɪ
upsee
ˈʌpsɪ
whoopsie
ˈwʊpsɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE DEMPSEY

Demosthenes

WORDS THAT END LIKE DEMPSEY

Anglesey
Guernsey
horsey
hosey
jasey
jersey
kersey
Kinsey
Lindsey
linsey
malmsey
Massey
Mersey
New Jersey
O´Casey
Odyssey
posey
Ramsey
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woolsey

Synonyms and antonyms of Dempsey in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Dempsey» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF DEMPSEY

Find out the translation of Dempsey to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Dempsey from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Dempsey» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

登普西
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Dempsey
570 millions of speakers

English

Dempsey
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

डेम्पसे
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

ديمبسي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Демпси
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Dempsey
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ডেম্পসে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Dempsey
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Dempsey
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Dempsey
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

デンプシー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

뎀시
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Dempsey
85 millions of speakers
vi

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Dempsey
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

டெம்ப்சே
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

डेम्पसे
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Dempsey
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Dempsey
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Dempsey
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Демпсі
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Dempsey
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Dempsey
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Dempsey
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Dempsey
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Dempsey
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Dempsey

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «DEMPSEY»

The term «Dempsey» is very widely used and occupies the 18.837 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «DEMPSEY» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Dempsey

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4 QUOTES WITH «DEMPSEY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word Dempsey.
1
Patrick Dempsey
Now I'm just known as McDreamy, I've lost all identity as Patrick Dempsey, I'm now McDreamy.
2
Rocky Graziano
I was the best street fighter in history when I was growing up on the Lower East Side. Hell, I never lost a street fight. Never. I thought I could lick Jack Dempsey or Joe Louis or anybody. I was fantastic.
3
Rob Sheffield
God bless America - what other civilization would give Patrick Dempsey another shot to rule as a sex symbol, twenty years after 'Meatballs III: Summer Job?' His reign as Dr. McDreamy on 'Grey's Anatomy' is proof that there's nothing we love more than giving Eighties celebs a heartwarming second stab at life.
4
Gene Tunney
I did six years of planning to win the championship from Jack Dempsey.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DEMPSEY»

Discover the use of Dempsey in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Dempsey and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
An Introduction to Policing
This edition features increased coverage of small and rural departments, while extensive examples from small and large police departments throughout the world and essays from respected law enforcement practioners delve into crucial policing ...
John Dempsey, Linda Forst, 2013
2
Introduction to Private Security
Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
John Dempsey, 2010
3
POLICE
Better yet, the CourseMate to accompany the 2nd Edition of POLICE is packed with video clips, quizzing, flash cards, games, and other self-test features designed to maximize reader success.
John Dempsey, Linda Forst, 2012
4
Jack Dempsey: The Manassa Mauler
Heavyweight Champion of the World from 1919 to 1926, Jack Dempsey began his boxing career as a skinny boy of sixteen, riding the rails and participating in hastily staged saloon bouts against miners and lumberjacks.
Randy Roberts, 2003
5
European Aviation Law
Because of the enormous role played by international air transport with respect to gross national product, employment, and energy consumption, European Aviation Law is of great importance not only to European lawyers but to officials, ...
Paul Stephen Dempsey, 2004
6
Airline Deregulation and Laissez-Faire Mythology
The book will be of particular interest to airline and airport industry executives, government officials, and students and scholars in public policy, economics, business, political science, and transportation.
PAUL S DEMPSEY, ANDREW R GOETZ, 1992
7
Inventing the Renaissance Putto
The figure of the putto (often portrayed as a mischievous baby) made frequent appearances in the art and literature of Renaissance Italy.
Charles Dempsey, 2001
8
A Flame of Pure Fire: Jack Dempsey and the Roaring '20s
In the story of a man John Lardner called "a flame of pure fire, at last a hero," Roger Kahn finds the heart of America.
Roger Kahn, 2012
9
Legally Speaking, Revised and Updated Edition: 40 Powerful ...
A practicing attorney, a university professor, and a professional speaker, David Dempsey explains how to speak with power, passion, and persuasion.
David Dempsey, 2009
10
Using nursing research: process, critical evaluation, and ...
This combined text and workbook provides a practical overview of basic research principles and techniques along with hands-on learning exercises in one package.
Patricia Ann Dempsey, Arthur D. Dempsey, 2000

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DEMPSEY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Dempsey is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Clint Dempsey Has Something To Prove
The USMNT's Gold Cup opener was their first competitive match since the World Cup, and in the broadest sense, it's all about the next one. «Deadspin, Jul 15»
2
Patrick Dempsey Tweets Tribute to Amanda Peterson
After news of Amanda Peterson's death earlier this week, her "Can't Buy Me Love" co-star Patrick Dempsey took to Twitter to pay tribute. «ABC News, Jul 15»
3
Gen. Dempsey, Joint Chiefs chair, 'getting short' and candid
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Martin Dempsey and Defense Secretary Ash Carter take their seats as they arrive at the Senate ... «Washington Times, Jul 15»
4
USMNT player ratings: Johnson, Bradley, Dempsey diamonds in a …
We highly doubt any U.S. fans were impressed by more than 2-3 players in Tuesday's Gold Cup opener, and that's okay. Rarely does a ... «NBCSports.com, Jul 15»
5
Dempsey's goals power USA win
Clint Dempsey scored twice on headers in front his home state fans, and the United States opened defense of its CONCACAF Gold Cup title ... «Youngstown Vindicator, Jul 15»
6
Huddersfield Town transfers: Who is reported target Kyle Dempsey?
Dempsey was born in Maryport in Cumbria on 17th September 1995 and is the son of former professional rugby league player Michael ... «Huddersfield Examiner, Jul 15»
7
Dempsey strikes twice as US open Gold Cup defense with win
Reuters/Reuters - United States forward Clint Dempsey (8) controls the ball during the 2015 Gold Cup soccer match against Honduras at ... «Yahoo! Maktoob News, Jul 15»
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Clint Dempsey scores twice as US beats Honduras to open Gold Cup
FRISCO, Texas >> Clint Dempsey scored twice on headers in front his home state fans, and the United States opened defense of its ... «The San Gabriel Valley Tribune, Jul 15»
9
Nora Bell Dempsey
Mrs. Dempsey is survived by a son, Charles Dempsey and by her grand-daughters, Hope Dempsey and Erica Garner. One sister, Mrs. Wilma ... «Northwest Georgia News, Jul 15»
10
Dempsey: Risk Will be Part of Any Strategy Against ISIL
Martin E. Dempsey are shown on video monitors during testimony on the strategy to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorist ... «Department of Defense, Jul 15»

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