Crompton

[ kromp-tuhn ]

noun

1. Samuel, 1753–1827, English inventor of the spinning mule.

Crompton

/ ˈkrɒmptən /

noun

1. CromptonRichmal18901969FBritishWRITING: children's author Richmal , full name Richmal Crompton Lamburn . 1890–1969, British children's author, best known for her Just William stories
2. CromptonSamuel17531827MBritishTECHNOLOGY: inventor Samuel. 1753–1827, British inventor of the spinning mule (1779)

Example Sentences

The scheme is named after Angela Crompton, who was murdered by her husband.

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But Mr Crompton also said the anticipated refurbishment cost had originally been £6.06m, but this had risen to £7.6m.

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Director and producer Paul Crompton is also on board.

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"I like the fact that it captured the spirit of Manchester more than just the spirit of the Stone Roses," Mr Crompton said.

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The documentary project is still unfunded and at an early stage, but Mr Crompton hopes to use new technology, like that used for recent Beatles series Get Back, to enhance the original footage.

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