longbeard

[ lawng-beerd, long- ]

noun

1. bellarmine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of longbeard¹

First recorded in 1640–50; long ¹ + beard

Example Sentences

She would not forgive it from your old Longbeard upstairs, whose business it is—that is, if she found it out.

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Once upon a time there lived King Berendey, called Longbeard, for his beard reached far below his knees.

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Now do this for me: give my regards to your father, King Longbeard, and ask him whether it is not time for him to pay his debt?

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After a long journey they arrived in King Longbeard's kingdom, where the old king and queen gave them a joyful reception.

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Robin the Divell and William Longbeard are historical romances.

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