Lyon: Meaning and Definition of

Ly•on

Pronunciation: (lī'un for 1 Fr. lyôn for 2), [key]
— n.
  1. 1797–1849, U.S. pioneer in advocating and providing advanced education for women: founder of Mount Holyoke College.
  2. Lyons.
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