Harrison

[har-uh-suhn]

noun

1. Benjamin, 1726?–91, American political leader (father of William Henry Harrison).

2. Benjamin, 1833–1901, twenty-third president of the U.S. 1889–93 (grandson of William Henry Harrison).

3. George, 1943–2001, English singer and songwriter: lead guitarist for the Beatles.

4. Peter, 1716–75, English architect in the U.S.

5. (Sir) Reginald Carey Rex, 1908–90, English stage and film actor.

6. William Henry, 1773–1841, U.S. general: ninth president of the U.S. 1841.

7. a city in SE New York.

8. a town in W Pennsylvania.

9. a town in NE New Jersey.

10. a male given name.

Harrison

/ ˈhærɪsən /

noun

1. Benjamin. 1833–1901, 23rd president of the US (1889–93)

2. George. 1943–2001, British rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter: a member of the Beatles (1962–70). His solo recordings include All Things Must Pass (1970) and Cloud Nine (1987)

3. Rex ( Carey ). 1908–90, British actor. His many films include Major Barbara (1940), Blithe Spirit (1945), and My Fair Lady (1964)

4. Tony. born 1937, British poet, dramatist, and translator: best known for his poems for television and his translations for the stage

5. grandfather of Benjamin, William Henry . 1773–1841, 9th president of the US (1841)

Example Sentences

Harrison Ford is also the front-runner for supporting actor in a comedy for his role in “Shrinking,” which would mark the 83-year-old’s first ever Emmy win on his first nomination.

From Los Angeles Times

There's nothing on Play that feels as wedded to eastern musical traditions as George Harrison's Within You Without You - or even Shakira's Whenever Wherever.

From BBC

And if you love the other heavy favorites, not to mention icons like Harrison Ford and Kathy Bates, maybe there’s more.

From Los Angeles Times

“The Office of County Counsel, and the County as a whole, have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and hate crimes are particularly heinous,” Harrison said.

From Los Angeles Times

As the group’s musical valentine to their American rock ‘n’ roll roots, “Rubber Soul” begins, pointedly, with the ear-catching flourish of George Harrison’s bluesy guitar, which kick-starts “Drive My Car” into life.

From Salon