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Meanings of Jr in English

A son who has the same first name as his father.

Usage of Jr in English
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Reaves is quite good in it, but Downey Jr is a revelation.
The Guardian
2
Charles noted that both Michelle and Pearnel Jr were formerly American citizens.
Jamaica Observer
3
We begin with Trump Jr, the focus of the most recent revelations.
The Guardian
4
As for Fred Jr's military service, Trump père found little value there.
The Guardian
5
Read the full story about Zuma Jr's residency on The Daily Maverick.
The South African
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His son, Donald Trump Jr, appeared on CNN's State of the Union.
The Guardian
7
Bradstock Jr has already enjoyed success in the eventing and pony-racing worlds.
The Guardian
8
Kai Trump is the eldest of Vanessa and Donald Jr's five children.
Radio NZ
9
Brisbane deny guaranteeing Pangai Jr additional income through the NRL's marketing fund.
News.com.au
10
The owner, John Bucci Jr, speaks deeply and emotionally about his ancestry.
BBC
11
The next officer on trial is Caesar Goodson Jr, the van driver.
Reuters
12
Trump's son, Don Jr, called for Romney's exclusion from the Republican Party.
Radio NZ
13
Mayor Joseph Riley Jr has been the mayor of Charleston since 1975.
BBC
14
Stanley Tucci and Hamilton's Leslie Odom Jr both implore you to register.
The Guardian
15
The Company's brands include KFC, Pizza Hut, Carl's Jr and Taco Bell.
Reuters
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Donald Jr was also pictured holding the severed tail of an elephant.
Radio NZ