Turpin

[ tur-pin ]

noun

1. Ben, 1874–1940, U.S. silent-film comedian.
2. Richard Dick, 1706–39, English highwayman.

Turpin

/ ˈtɜːpɪn /

noun

1. TurpinDick17061739MEnglishCRIME AND POLICING: highwayman Dick . 1706–39, English highwayman

Example Sentences

“We found out he was in custody and shortly after that there was evidence he died in Florida,” said Turpin.

From The Daily Beast

“I think there are probably more victims out there,” said Turpin.

From The Daily Beast

Turpin did some record-checking and tracked Hubbard down in Florida.

From The Daily Beast

Fifty years before the first school in Providence had been taught by William Turpin—of whom, unfortunately, we know only the name.

From Project Gutenberg

Bidding his grandsire have regard to his seat, Luke leaped a high bank; and, followed by Turpin, began to descend the hill.

From Project Gutenberg

"You have had a narrow escape, by Jove," said Turpin, who had been thunderstruck with the whole proceeding.

From Project Gutenberg

And as Turpin, nothing loth, followed his advice, Jerry addressed himself to Zoroaster.

From Project Gutenberg

At that moment a powerful grasp was laid upon Turpin's shoulder; he turned and beheld Luke.

From Project Gutenberg