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spencer

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun spencer has 1 sense
  1. Spencer, Herbert Spencer - English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)
    --1 is a kind of philosopher; sociologist

Definitions from the Web

Term: Spencer


Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A short, lightweight, tailored jacket typically worn by men.

Sample Sentence: He looked dashing in his navy blue spencer at the wedding.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A surname of English origin.

Sample Sentence: Jane Spencer is an accomplished author known for her mystery novels.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 2:

Definition: A railroad locomotive that moves cars around within a railroad yard.

Sample Sentence: The spencer efficiently maneuvered the freight cars in the rail yard.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sense 2:

Definition: A given name for boys.

Sample Sentence: Spencer is excitedly waiting for his friends to arrive for his birthday party.

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