Alec

/ˈælɪk/ noun

A masculine given name, typically a nickname for Alexander. In British slang, 'smart alec' refers to someone who acts in a know-it-all manner.

Shortened form of Alexander, from Greek 'Alexandros' meaning 'defender of men'. The name combines 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man). The 'smart alec' usage emerged in 1860s American slang.

AMኤሌክ
ARأليك
BNএলেক
CAAlec
CSAlec
DAAlec
DEAlec
ELΑλεκ
ESAlec
FAالک
FIAlec
FRAlec
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