Parker

[ pahr-ker ]

noun

1. Charles Christopher, Jr. Bird, 1920–55, U.S. jazz saxophonist and composer.
2. Dorothy (Rothschild), 1893–1967, U.S. author.
3. Sir Gilbert, 1862–1932, Canadian novelist and politician in England.
4. Horatio William, 1863–1919, U.S. composer, organist, and teacher.
5. John, 1729–75, American Revolutionary patriot.
6. Matthew, 1504–75, English theologian.
7. Quanah. Quanah.
8. Theodore, 1810–60, U.S. preacher, theologian, and reformer.
9. a male given name.

Parker

/ ˈpɑːkə /

noun

1. ParkerSir Alan (William)1944MBritishFILMS AND TV: directorFILMS AND TV: writer Sir Alan ( William ). born 1944, British film director and screenwriter; his films include Bugsy Malone (1976), Midnight Express (1978), Mississippi Burning (1988), The Commitments (1991), and Angela's Ashes (2000); chairman of the British Film Institute (1998–99) and of the Film Council (1999–2004)
2. ParkerCharlie19201955MUSMUSIC: jazz alto saxophonistMUSIC: composer Charlie. nickname Bird or Yardbird. 1920–55, US jazz alto saxophonist and composer; the leading exponent of early bop
3. ParkerDorothy (Rothschild)18931967FUSWRITING: writerWRITING: humorous writer Dorothy ( Rothschild ). 1893–1967, US writer, noted esp for the ironical humour of her short stories
4. ParkerMatthew15041575MEnglishRELIGION: clergyman Matthew. 1504–75, English prelate. As archbishop of Canterbury (1559–75), he supervised Elizabeth I's religious settlement

Example Sentences

Aston Villa defender Lucy Parker is also absent for "several weeks" because of an ankle injury she picked up earlier this month.

From BBC

However, his NBC '68 music special was being run by his overbearing manager Colonel Tom Parker.

From Salon

I have to credit Chef Ileene for creating our famous Seeded Parker House Loaf, which was initially a trial and has now become a beloved staple on the menu and something we can’t change.

From Salon

In December 1949, he was the drummer with the group that opened the room — the Charlie Parker Quintet, with guest vocalist Harry Belafonte.

From Los Angeles Times

The irony is that the character Timmy is presented with warmth in South Park and given character depth by co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker.

From BBC