Barton

[ bahr-tn ]

noun

1. Clara, 1821–1912, U.S. philanthropist who organized the American Red Cross in 1881.
2. Derek H(arold) R(ichard), 1918–98, English chemist: Nobel Prize 1969.
3. Sir Edmund, 1849–1920, Australian jurist and statesman: prime minister 1901–03.
4. a first name.

Barton

¹

/ ˈbɑːtən /

noun

1. BartonSir Derek (Harold Richard)19181998MBritishSCIENCE: chemist Sir Derek ( Harold Richard ). 1918–98, British organic chemist: shared the Nobel prize for chemistry (1969) for his work on conformational analysis
2. BartonSir Edmund18491920MAustralianPOLITICS: statesmanPOLITICS: prime minister Sir Edmund 1849–1920, Australian statesman; first prime minister of Australia (1901–03)
3. BartonElizabeth?15061534FEnglishRELIGION: nunRELIGION: prophet Elizabeth , known as the Maid of Kent . ?1506–34, English nun, who claimed the gift of prophecy. Her criticism of Henry VIII's attempt to annul his first marriage led to her execution
4. BartonJohn (Bernard Adie)1928MBritishTHEATRE: theatre director John ( Bernard Adie ). born 1928, British theatre director, noted esp for his productions of Shakespeare

barton

²

/ ˈbɑːtən /

noun

1. archaic.
   a farmyard

Word History and Origins

Origin of Barton¹

Old English beretūn , from bere barley + tūn stockade; see town

Example Sentences

To test how much people were really paying attention to the race, Barton got up from his table at an Ellis County barbecue spot and began asking fellow diners if they were aware of the election.

From Washington Post

As Barton wrote in a 1976 letter to a friend, “There is literally nothing but air between Weiss Knob and the North Pole,” a claim that actually appears to be true.

From Washington Post

In the video, which has since been deleted, Barton said, “I am disturbed that this is intentionally being mischaracterized to undermine the election process.”

From MIT Technology Review

The error was fixed immediately and was a “far cry” from what McDaniel had described, Barton said.

From Washington Post

That scene with Margaret and Barton is essential for them going to that next step where he tries to kill himself.

From The Daily Beast

Joe Barton of Texas, one of the less bright bulbs in Congress, denounced the standard as yet another intrusion.

From The Daily Beast

His list of rumored romantic partners boasts beautiful ex-bad girls like Mischa Barton, Lindsay Lohan, and Ashlee Simpson.

From The Daily Beast

Even the man who sculpted the original Barbie, Bill Barton, told newspapers that he had second thoughts about her curvaceous form.

From The Daily Beast

Profound apologies to Molly Barton, the brilliant editor, and to Viking/The Penguin Group.

From The Daily Beast

Barton Booth died; a celebrated tragedian in the reign of queen Anne, author of some songs and minor pieces.

From Project Gutenberg

His bosom friend, John Barton, made his exit from the world's stage April 16, 1875.

From Project Gutenberg

Fanny Barton was a great sleepy-looking girl, huddling over the fire.

From Project Gutenberg

Amiable and liberal as was Bernard Barton, he could and did strike hard when occasion required.

From Project Gutenberg

Bernard Barton feared in 1847—the date of his epistle—the breed of such men was dying out.

From Project Gutenberg