Bernard

American  

[ber-nar, bur-nerd, bur-nahrd] / bɛrˈnar, ˈbɜr nərd, bɜrˈnɑrd /

noun

1. Claude 1813–78, French physiologist.

2. a first name: from Germanic words meaning “bear” and “hardy.”

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Bernard British  

/ ˈbɜːnəd /

noun

1. Claude (klod). 1813–78, French physiologist, noted for his research on the action of secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver

2. Saint , known as Bernard of Menthon and the Apostle of the Alps . 923–1008, French monk who founded hospices in the Alpine passes. Feast day: Aug 20

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Bernard Scientific  

/ bĕr-när′ /

1. French physiologist noted for his study of the chemical reactions involved in the digestive system and of the connection between the liver and the nervous system. His work laid the foundation for experimental medicine.

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Example Sentences

Bernard Looney is taking on the chief executive role at Prometheus Hyperscale, a data-center developer that hopes to funnel tens of billions of dollars into two projects in Wyoming and another in Texas.

From The Wall Street Journal

After the war, Jacob, back in Louisiana, bought up distressed plantations, and Bernard returned to “this rough, rural, ruined place” to help run their business and agricultural empire.

From The Wall Street Journal

He was formally placed under investigation and will be held in detention until his trial, French prosecutor Benoît Bernard told the BBC.

From BBC

He put out a soft pink hand to Tansy, saying, “T. Bernard Whipple, Parke County Superintendent of Schools. This here is my assistant, Mr. Owen.”

From Literature

In the 1980s, Deighton published Berlin Game, featuring a new character, Bernard Samson.

From BBC