Herbert

[ hur-bert ]

noun

1. Frank, 1920–86, U.S. science-fiction writer.
2. George, 1593–1633, English clergyman and poet.
3. Victor, 1859–1924, U.S. composer and orchestra conductor, born in Ireland.
4. a male given name: from Old English words meaning “army” and “bright.”

Herbert

/ ˈhɜːbət /

noun

1. HerbertEdward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury15831648MEnglishPHILOSOPHY: philosopherWRITING: poet Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury. 1583–1648, English philosopher and poet, noted for his deistic views
2. HerbertGeorge15931633MEnglishWRITING: poet his brother, George . 1593–1633, English Metaphysical poet. His chief work is The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)
3. HerbertZbigniew19241998MPolishWRITING: poetTHEATRE: dramatist Zbigniew ( ^əzˈbɪɡnɪəf), 1924–98, Polish poet and dramatist, noted esp for his dramatic monologues

Example Sentences

If Oregon hadn’t offered him a football scholarship, Herbert has said he could have tried the MLB draft.

From Los Angeles Times

Tom Herbert, director at Brimscombe Mill and co-founder of The Long Table, said the donation from the star showed "incredible support" which could "deepen our impact".

From BBC

Trump left office as the first president since Herbert Hoover to lose jobs rather than gain them.

From Salon

And, as much as the Chargers intended to diversify their offense, they remain helplessly dependent on Herbert.

From Los Angeles Times

Herbert continued his hot play Sunday with 164 yards passing and one touchdown.

From Los Angeles Times