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Beckett

Noun - Proper Noun

Definition: A famous Irish surname that originated as a name for someone living near a small stream.

Sample Sentence: The Beckett family has a long and storied history in Ireland.

Noun - Person

Definition: A person with the surname Beckett.

Sample Sentence: Samuel Beckett was one of the most influential playwrights of the 20th century.

Noun - Literature

Definition: Samuel Beckett (1906-1989), an Irish playwright and novelist, known for his unconventional and absurdist works such as "Waiting for Godot".

Sample Sentence: Beckett's plays often challenge traditional narrative structures.

Noun - Sports

Definition: A type of baseball glove, commonly known as a Beckett glove, known for its durability and comfort.

Sample Sentence: The outfielder caught the fly ball effortlessly with his trusty Beckett.

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Verb - Transitive

Definition: To throw or hit with great force, usually used in the context of pitching or hitting in baseball.

Sample Sentence: The pitcher becketted the ball right past the batter for a strikeout.

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