Etymology

dewey

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Today it means: A charge of DUI. Full definition →

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dewey · noun1

A phonetic pronunciation of the initialism DUI, particularly in some rural areas of the US.

Dewey · proper noun2

Possibly from a place name in Northern France, Douai. Welsh origin from Dewi (David) has also been suggested.

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