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Noun ezra cornell has 1 sense
  1. Cornell, Ezra Cornell - United States businessman who unified the telegraph system in the United States and who in 1865 (with Andrew D. White) founded Cornell University (1807-1874)
    --1 is a kind of businessman, man of affairs; philanthropist, altruist

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Ezra Cornell

Description:

Ezra Cornell was an American businessman, philanthropist, and founder of Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York. He played an instrumental role in the establishment of the telegraph system in the United States.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

Ezra Cornell

  • A person's name, often referring to the individual, Ezra Cornell.
  • Example: My great-grandfather was named after Ezra Cornell.

Proper Noun:

Ezra Cornell

  • Referring specifically to Cornell University, which was founded by Ezra Cornell.
  • Example: Cornell University's commitment to innovation and research is rooted in the vision of Ezra Cornell.

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