Macon

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See also Mâcon, and maçon

Contents

1 English
- 1.1 Etymology 1
  - 1.1.1 Noun
  - 1.1.2 Alternative forms
- 1.2 Etymology 2
  - 1.2.1 Proper noun
    - 1.2.1.1 Derived terms

English [edit]

Etymology 1 [edit]

From the area it is produced, around Mâcon, France. Entered English around 1863.

Noun [edit]

Macon (plural Macons)

A dry white or red wine produced in France.

Alternative forms [edit]

Etymology 2 [edit]

Named for Nathaniel Macon.

Proper noun [edit]

Macon

A city in the state of Georgia in the United States of America.

Derived terms [edit]

Maconite

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