Apgar

American  

[ap-gahr] / ˈæp gɑr /

noun

1. Virginia, 1909–74, U.S. physician: developed test to evaluate health of newborns.

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Example Sentences

“Disney was the most consequential figure in the history of American culture,” historian and author Garry Apgar said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2023

The Apgar score, determined by a series of quick assessments immediately after birth, traditionally includes checking whether the baby is "pink all over".

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2023

Apgar, 44, a lifelong resident of nearby Conroe and the hearse's driver, created the macabre display, which he paraded at polling places throughout Montgomery County.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2020

Mr. Apgar made it clear that he was speaking for himself, not on behalf of the police force.

From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2020

There was Mr. Belix Apgar, the father, Nance, his wife, and Sandy, an energetic son.

From The Moving Picture Girls in War Plays Or, The Sham Battles at Oak Farm by Hope, Laura Lee