Napoleon

Definition

Alternative form of napoleon.

Etymology

From French Napoléon, from Italian Napoleone, name of an early saint, of uncertain origin; possibly from the Germanic clan name Nibelung. By folk etymology explained as Napoli (“Naples”) + leone (“lion”).

Example Sentences

• "He [Professor Moriarty] is the Napoleon of crime, Watson."
• "Always an eloquent speaker, Polk became known as the Napoleon of the stump."
• "He [William McKinley] has been called the Napoleon of protection, as other men have been called Napoleons of finance."