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Elvis

Pronunciation: /ˈɛlvɪs/

The English word “Elvis” has 3 meanings listed here.

proper noun

  1. Elvis Presley (1935–1977), a popular American rock-and-roll singer.

noun

  1. An impersonator of Elvis Presley.
  2. An Elvis operator.

Etymology

From the anglicisation of the Irish name of Saint Ailbe (Saint Elvis), also known as Saint Eilfyw or Eilfw. Ultimate origin is uncertain.

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