Graf

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A last name that people have, for example the tennis player Steffi Graf

proper noun
/ɡræf/

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So it was picked up then by FTD and then Dale, Dale Graf went to DIA and they were funding us.

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Examples

We found that Steffi Graf at that time took the shortest amount of time of anyone on the tour.

The Knowledge Project Podcast
The Graf Zeppelin, the second largest airship ever built, stopped here on its voyages around the world.

Academic text (2009)
Unfortunately, Dr Graf, I must decline the honor.

Hitler's Children (1943)
We both know you didn't wanna marry that Graf girl.

The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith (1978)
Dr. Pederson, this is Dr. Graf from the Psychiatric institute.

Brainstorm (1983)
She just beat Steffi Graf.

King Richard (2021)
The world's top tennis player, Steffi Graf, inspired many young athletes with her achievements.
During her career, Graf won a total of 22 Grand Slam singles titles, setting records in women's tennis.
Many fans remember the fierce rivalry between Monica Seles and Graf during the 1990s.

Compounds

Graf Zeppelin

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A large German airship with a rigid frame used for long passenger flights

Surface Forms

Graf main

Etymology

The word Graf is a German family name that comes from an old title meaning 'count' or local ruler. A helpful image is a noble in a castle, because the name began as a job or rank. That's why it is now a family name, used by people like the tennis champion Steffi Graf.