webster

/ˈwɛbstɚ/

name 5noun 1

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ADJ.

proposed

The Webster proposed changes to the school curriculum were met with mixed reactions from parents.

ADV.

also

The old webster also took in mending work to earn extra money during the winter months.

Definitions

name

An English surname originating as an occupation for someone who was a weaver.

Any of various dictionaries published under the name Webster.

Nickname for a person who is a walking dictionary.

A placename

noun

A weaver (originally, specifically female).

A Derbyshire webster who proposed to cure a lunatic with a paper charm in the reign of Charles I demanded £3 down, and £3 more when the patient was cured.

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Example Bank

A Derbyshire webster who proposed to cure a lunatic with a paper charm in the reign of Charles I demanded £3 down, and £3 more when the patient was cured.

Wiktionary

Daniel Webster also was there.

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Usage Notes

i Register

In some senses, webster is marked as humorous, historical. Watch for register when choosing this word.

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