Byrd

[ burd ]

noun

1. Richard Evelyn, 1888–1957, rear admiral in U.S. Navy: polar explorer.
2. Robert C(arlyle), 1917–2010, U.S. politician: senator from West Virginia 1959–2010.
3. William, c1540–1623, English composer and organist.

Byrd

/ bɜːd /

noun

1. ByrdRichard Evelyn18881957MUSMILITARY: admiralTRAVEL AND EXPLORATION: aviatorTRAVEL AND EXPLORATION: explorer Richard Evelyn . 1888–1957, US rear admiral, aviator, and polar explorer
2. ByrdWilliam15431623MEnglishMUSIC: composerMUSIC: organist William . 1543–1623, English composer and organist, noted for his madrigals, masses, and music for virginals

Example Sentences

Vandenbush was booked into the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center for sending harmful material to a minor, contacting a minor for sexual purposes and arranging to meet a minor for sexual purposes.

From Los Angeles Times

Yoakam was particularly animated about one of his favorite bands, the Byrds.

From Los Angeles Times

Godbee voiced his concerns about how he might come across to the audience, while Byrd said she was trying to protect him and his image from the production.

From Salon

Morgan Byrd, a 25-year-old stay-at-home mom, said voting was the last thing on her mind as she picked up diapers and wipes for her baby from a food distribution hub.

From Los Angeles Times

Sen. Harry Byrd of Virginia called ” massive resistance ″ to integration.

From Seattle Times