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Du Pont

Noun:

1. The family name of a prominent American industrialist and philanthropist.

Sample sentence: The Du Pont family has made significant contributions to the field of chemistry.

Noun:

2. A multinational corporation that was one of the largest chemical companies.

Sample sentence: Du Pont was a leading manufacturer of chemicals and materials.

Noun:

3. A popular brand of lighters.

Sample sentence: You can purchase a Du Pont lighter that is both stylish and durable.

Noun:

4. A river in France.

Sample sentence: The Du Pont river flows gracefully through the picturesque French countryside.

Adjective:

5. Relating to the Du Pont family or their associated businesses.

Sample sentence: The Du Pont company has a rich heritage in the chemical industry.

Adjective:

6. Referring to something local or specific to a particular place.

Sample sentence: The recipe for that dish is a du pont secret, passed down for generations.

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