Owen

[oh-uhn]

noun

1. Sir Richard, 1804–92, English zoologist and anatomist.

2. Robert, 1771–1858, Welsh social reformer in Great Britain and the U.S.

3. Wilfred, 1893–1918, English poet.

4. a male given name.

Owen

/ ˈəʊɪn /

noun

1. David ( Anthony Llewellyn ), Baron. born 1938, British politician: Labour foreign secretary (1977–79); cofounder of the Social Democratic Party (1981) and its leader (1983–87): leader (1988–90) of the section of the Social Democratic Party that did not merge with the Liberal Party in 1988; peace envoy to Bosnia-Herzegovina (1992–95)

2. Michael ( James ). born 1979, English footballer: a striker, he scored 40 goals in 89 games for England (1998–2008); his clubs included Liverpool (1996–2004) and Newcastle United (2005–2009)

3. Sir Richard. 1804–92, English comparative anatomist and palaeontologist

4. Robert. 1771–1858, Welsh industrialist and social reformer. He formed a model industrial community at New Lanark, Scotland, and pioneered cooperative societies. His books include New View of Society (1813)

5. Wilfred. 1893–1918, English poet of World War I, who was killed in action

Example Sentences

Canyon Country Canyon senior Owen Souther was second individually in 14:41.8.

From Los Angeles Times

Goal-kicking has always been dominated by obsessive backs - think Jonny Wilkinson and Owen Farrell with their meticulous routines - but Eales showed that forwards can also have the required temperament and technical skills.

From BBC

But priorities may also have shifted, says Mr Owen, with many students not feeling that a campus lifestyle is key to their university experience any more.

From BBC

The play by Welsh playwright Gary Owen is believed to be the first time the story of Glyndŵr has been tackled by a dramatist for a large-scale production, with the prince as the main character.

From BBC

Elsewhere, 15-year-old “Adolescence” star Owen Cooper became the youngest ever male Emmy winner, period, with his triumph in the best supporting actor in a limited/anthology series or TV movie race.

From Salon