Gibbons

[ gib-uhnz ]

noun

1. Grin·ling [grin, -ling], 1648–1720, English woodcarver and sculptor, born in the Netherlands.
2. Orlando, 1583–1625, English composer.

Gibbons

/ ˈɡɪbənz /

noun

1. GibbonsGrinling16481721MEnglishARTS AND CRAFTS: sculptorARTS AND CRAFTS: woodcarver Grinling. 1648–1721, English sculptor and woodcarver, noted for his delicate carvings of fruit, flowers, birds, etc
2. GibbonsOrlando15831625MEnglishMUSIC: organistMUSIC: composer Orlando. 1583–1625, English organist and composer, esp of anthems, motets, and madrigals

Example Sentences

Gibbons has previously said she was abused by Al Fayed at an event held at Harrods.

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Gibbons, who was captain at the time, said she was driven to Harrods by club staff.

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Paul Gibbons, a postman from Swindon who won a BBC Make a Difference Award after helping a poorly neighbour in need, said Mr Holland’s delivery was an example of what sets his colleagues apart.

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Eight of the shortlisted albums were debuts, including the first solo album by Beth Gibbons, who won the prize 29 years ago as part of Portishead.

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And Beth Gibbons is nominated for her debut solo album, Forever Lives, 29 years after winning the Mercury Prize with her band Portishead.

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