dimaggio

Thân thiện

Joe DiMaggio swings his bat during a baseball game.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A surname: "Dimaggio" is primarily recognized as the surname of a famous American professional baseball player, Joe DiMaggio.
   • Reference to Joe DiMaggio: The word is most commonly used to refer specifically to this iconic baseball figure, noted for his exceptional skill and career achievements.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Joe DiMaggio was known as "The Yankee Clipper." (This sentence identifies the famous baseball player.)
  • The museum had an exhibit dedicated to DiMaggio. (Here, "DiMaggio" refers to the player and his legacy.)
  • DiMaggio's 56-game hitting record still stands. (This uses the surname to discuss a specific athletic accomplishment.)

Advanced Usage

• Cultural Reference: The name "DiMaggio" is often used in cultural contexts beyond sports to symbolize excellence, grace, or a bygone era, largely due to the player's fame and the 1939 song "Mrs. Robinson" by Simon & Garfunkel which includes the line, "Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio?"

Variants and Related Words

• DiMaggio: The standard and most common spelling of the surname, with an uppercase 'M'.
• Joltin' Joe: A common nickname for Joe DiMaggio.
• The Yankee Clipper: Another well-known nickname for Joe DiMaggio.

Synonyms

• Baseball legend: A term describing his status in the sport.
• Sports icon: A broader term for his cultural significance.

Related Phrases

• "A DiMaggio-esque performance": Used to describe a remarkable and consistent athletic achievement, reminiscent of Joe DiMaggio's style or records.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States professional baseball player noted for his batting ability (1914-1999)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• DiMaggio
• Joe DiMaggio
• Joseph Paul DiMaggio